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A 300-plus camera city centre video surveillance scheme in Lincoln has been installed and commissioned using cameras, monitors and switching equipment from Dahua Technology. The previous analogue-based CCTV system was more than 20 years old and had become expensive to maintain, so City of Lincoln Council decided to replace the analogue cameras and transmission equipment with HD digital equipment. The total cost of ownership has been reduced by the savings made on legacy fibre lease costs, as well as reduced energy consumption and the ability to configure and maintain the cameras remotely. Installation of IP full HD system The installation of the new IP full HD system and network is part of Lincoln’s smart city strategy – Vision 2020 The design of the new all-wireless encrypted system was based around delivering flexible technology, reducing the total cost of ownership, ease of installation, lower maintenance requirements, smart edge analytics and remote connectivity. Environmentally friendly aspects of the project included specifying lower-energy equipment, integrating remote support and recycling hardware wherever possible. The council employed independent consultants Lever Technology Group to help them ensure they had a robust and future-proof radio network design. The installation of the new IP full HD system and network is part of Lincoln’s smart city strategy – Vision 2020 – which seeks to drive innovation in the city and harness new technologies to improve the lives of citizens. One of the results is the provision of free Wi-Fi in the city, working alongside the Dahua cameras using the same IP wireless network. Bandwidth efficiency using H.265 compression A combination of fixed and PTZ cameras were installed over a new 1GB duplex network. These include cameras from the Dahua Pro series, which features high image quality, bandwidth efficiency using H.265 compression and excellent low-light performance. Bullet cameras from the Ultra series – with powerful optical zoom, IR distances of up to 50 metres and software which supports people-counting and heat-mapping – were also installed. The design of the scheme incorporated both camera and server-side analytics with legacy motion and audio detection The bandwidth efficiency of the cameras meant that multiple cameras could be installed in any given position, providing 360° coverage of locations and up to 20 Megapixels of video capacity per location – compared with less than 400,000 pixels with the previous analogue cameras. The design of the scheme incorporated both camera and server-side analytics, including video content analytics, facial recognition, ANPR, heat maps and pedestrian counting, as well as legacy motion and audio detection. The objective of the facial recognition aspect is to support operators in areas such as the search for missing and vulnerable individuals. PoE switches for providing power The superior image quality of the new system is borne out in figures which show an increase in ‘actionable’ images from 5% with the previous system to 60% successful reviews with the new one. Dahua PoE switches were also installed to provide power to the cameras, which are then connected to a layer-2 network. A new video wall comprising ten Dahua DHL49-4K LED backlit 49-inch 4K Ultra HD video wall display units featuring industrial level wide-viewing LCD panels, was fitted into a newly refurbished control room in City Hall and connected to i-Comply wonderwall video display drivers. This is a great collaboration of key project partners that have a tried-and-tested pedigree and working relationship with Videcom Security" Supplied through authorised distributor Mayflex, the entire system was installed by public space CCTV specialists Videcom Security, which worked with other partners to provide a high-performance, efficient and feature-rich system. Cost-effective and reliable equipment Bill Mead, Managing Director at Videcom Security, said that working largely with Dahua video equipment meant it was easier for engineers in terms of configuration, as well as being cost-effective and representing good value for money. “Working with the Dahua product range has been great. The products have proved to be reliable and we experienced very few problems, from the initial configuration through to installation and commissioning. “This is a great collaboration of key project partners that have a tried-and-tested pedigree and working relationship with Videcom Security. We broke new ground with the development of 4K H.265 decoding, the support through Luxriot for camera-side analytics and edge recording, and the development by Dahua of camera-to-camera communication, allowing for non-connected systems to communicate locally.” Infinet 5GHz and Siklu E and V band radios Videcom Security is a certified Dahua Integration Partner, training for which was delivered both by Dahua and the Mayflex Academy Dahua is a solution provider in the global video surveillance industry and associated technology and has a keen focus on innovation by investing heavily in research and development. For the Lincoln city scheme, its products were selected based on their performance and cost-effectiveness to meet project budgets. Videcom Security is a certified Dahua Integration Partner, training for which was delivered both by Dahua and the Mayflex Academy. This helped Videcom negotiate key firmware enhancements, which added to many of the analytical features available in each of the cameras. The wireless network is built with Infinet 5GHz and Siklu E and V band radios. Resilience and diverse routing has been built into the network design, which supports video surveillance as well as public Wi-Fi and capacity for smart city services. Luxriot have worked closely with Dahua, supplying their Evo Global video management system and supporting edge analytics integration through their ‘events and actions’ management, which has also been integrated through to i-Comply’s VTAS CRVMS software (now rebranded as Viewscape). Real-time control and video streaming The Dahua system implemented by Videcom Security provides the main elements of our tier-1 solution" The introduction of H.265 compression was ground-breaking for such a project, with the system capable of displaying 4MP and 6MP H.265 to the operator’s spot monitor with real-time control and video streaming. “The Dahua system implemented by Videcom Security provides the main elements of our tier-1 solution,” said Martin Byrne, CCTV Team leader at Lincoln City Council. “The police are extremely pleased with the system and we’ve had very positive feedback from them. “There is really no comparison from how we operated previously to how we can now. It revolutionises how we manage the CCTV systems and data. The potential for what we can achieve going forward is remarkable. We have now started to get real results from the investment in analytics; in particular vehicle and people-counting has been deployed and data is used to enhance other city projects.” Martin added: “Dahua has taken time out to visit and discuss with us our ambitions for smart city services. We have adopted Dahua as our brand of choice for CCTV cameras and have so far been very pleased and impressed with their reliability, low-light performance and overall image quality.”

Mayflex, the distributor of converged IP solutions, is proud to announce that it has been awarded its first EcoVadis Gold Medal, marking a major milestone in the company's sustainability journey and placing Mayflex among the highest-performing organisations assessed globally by EcoVadis. EcoVadis Gold recognition is awarded to companies ranked within the top 5% of all organisations evaluated during the previous 12 months. Mayflex has achieved an overall EcoVadis score of 86, a significant increase from its previous score of 69, representing a 25% improvement and elevating the business from Silver to Gold status. This achievement reflects the company's continued commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, human rights, and sustainable supply chain management. Sustainability rating providers EcoVadis is one of the world's most trusted business sustainability rating providers, assessing organisations against internationally recognised sustainability standards including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the UN Global Compact and ISO 26000. The assessment measures performance across four key areas: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Donna Swaby, ESG Manager commented "Achieving EcoVadis Gold is a fantastic accomplishment for Mayflex and reflects the dedication, collaboration and commitment shown by colleagues right across the business. Every sustainability initiative, every process improvement, and every contribution from our teams has helped us reach this milestone.” Comprehensive sustainability report “We have built upon the strong foundations established over several years and continued to strengthen our governance, policies, reporting and sustainability programmes. The publication of our first comprehensive Sustainability Report, together with the support and resources available through the Sonepar Group, have played an important role in demonstrating our progress and ambitions.” “This achievement provides our customers, suppliers and stakeholders with independent verification of our commitment to operating as a responsible and sustainable business. While we are delighted to have achieved Gold status, we see this as another step in our ongoing journey and remain committed to continuous improvement." Decision-making processes The Gold Medal strengthens Mayflex's position as a trusted partner for customers increasingly looking to work with organisations that can demonstrate robust environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials. As sustainability requirements continue to grow throughout supply chains, independent assessments such as EcoVadis provide valuable assurance that businesses are embedding responsible practices into their operations and decision-making processes. This latest achievement builds upon a range of sustainability initiatives already implemented by Mayflex, including its ISO 14001-certified Environmental Management System, sustainability reporting, emissions monitoring, renewable energy initiatives, circular economy programmes, sustainable packaging improvements and responsible procurement practices.

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, is proud to announce it has been recognised with two Distributor of the Year awards at the Motorola Solutions Executive Partner Forum, held in Paris from 14–16 April 2026. Mayflex was awarded: Distributor of the Year – Top Avigilon Unity Sales, UK & Europe. Distributor of the Year – Top Avigilon Alta Sales, UK & Europe. Next generation security technologies The awards recognise Mayflex’s outstanding performance in both on premise and cloud based security solutions, as well as its continued commitment to supporting partners throughout the transition to next generation security technologies. The awards were presented by Dean Brazenall, Vice President MSSSI, VS&A International Distribution for Motorola Solutions, to Ross McLetchie, Sales Director at Mayflex. Mayflex has a long standing partnership with Motorola Solutions and Avigilon and Pelco and continues to play a key role in helping UK & Middle East partners design, deploy and support Avigilon Unity and the rapidly expanding Avigilon Alta cloud platform. Cloud based security Over the past year, Mayflex has seen strong growth in customer adoption of cloud based security, with Avigilon Alta increasingly selected for its scalability, flexibility and ongoing innovation. To support this shift, Mayflex ran a series of joint customer events with Motorola Solutions throughout 2025, helping integrators and end users better understand cloud deployment models, migration strategies and the long term benefits of Avigilon Alta video and access control. Commenting on the awards, Ross McLetchie, Sales Director at Mayflex, said: “We are delighted to receive both awards. Motorola Solutions is a strategic focus for Mayflex and these wins reflect not only our sales performance, but the depth of expertise and level of support we provide to our partners.” Cloud based physical security “The continued growth of Avigilon Alta demonstrates a clear shift towards cloud based physical security. Our role is to ensure our customers feel confident at every stage – from understanding the technology, to designing solutions, through to deployment and ongoing support. Last year’s joint events with Motorola Solutions were a key part of this process and we look forward to building on that momentum.” Mayflex supports its partners with a dedicated team of security specialists, extensive local stockholding and a comprehensive range of Config Services, including pre configuration, staging and value added services – ensuring customers receive more than just products, but a complete support system. These latest awards further reinforce Mayflex’s position as a value added distributor for Motorola Solutions, combining deep technical knowledge with a strong focus on partner enablement and customer success across both traditional and cloud based security platforms.