Mergers & Acquisitions - Case studies

Comelit-PAC has successfully upgraded the access control infrastructure at Blackpool Victoria Hospital, ensuring a seamless and secure environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Blackpool Victoria Hospital is one of the largest and busiest hospitals in the Northwest, providing essential healthcare services to thousands of patients each year. As a pioneering medical facility, ensuring a secure and efficient environment is a top priority. Integrated PAC Access Central Security technology wo...

In 1979, nine districts and five cities in Bavaria, Germany, founded a joint association for the disposal of residual waste. They targeted future-oriented, environmentally friendly and economical fulfilment of local statutory obligations. Now with 17 association members, ZMS (Zweckerverband Müllverwertung Schwandorf) disposes waste for around a fifth of Bavaria, almost two million citizens. They also use the energy generated by the waste power plant as efficiently as possible. Different l...

Clever video management and AI-driven analytics has led to significant improvements in traffic flow, public safety, and operational efficiency in one of the U.S. Midwest’s most forward-thinking cities. Milestone Systems, a world-pioneering provider of open platform video management software (VMS), collaborated with the City of Dubuque, Iowa, to enhance traffic management – a project powered by Milestone’s XProtect VMS and Vaidio’s Vision AI platform. Data-driven video t...

Honeywell has been selected as the building automation provider for LG Energy Solution’s cylindrical EV battery manufacturing facility being built in Queen Creek, near Phoenix, Arizona. Set for completion in 2026, this state-of-the-art project represents a critical milestone in LG Energy Solution’s strategy to lead EV battery innovation in North America, and it also supports Honeywell’s alignment of its portfolio to three compelling megatrends, including automation and th...

Ferroport, which operates the iron ore terminal at the Port of Açu in São João da Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has deployed state-of-the-art video surveillance cameras from  Axis Communications to enhance nighttime security and visibility, while decreasing environmental impact and prioritising sustainability. With cutting-edge technology, the port now has precise surveillance cameras that capture high-quality nighttime images, while reducing the amount of a...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its solution has been deployed by Ki Charter to safeguard students, faculty and staff against gun-related threats. It is the first charter school in Texas to adopt the industry-pioneering proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness technology. Adopted multiple technologies Ki Charter has adopted multip...

Crime analysts at DeterTech, a trusted security partner to renewables and the police, have identified the unwanted import of a crime type more commonly seen in mainland Europe and North America. The theft of copper cabling from inside wind turbines has historically been rare in the UK. However, this has dramatically changed over the past month. There have been 9 reported offences since 14 April suggesting an organised group is targeting the industry.   Wind farm complex The targeted...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed at Scott County R-IV School District in Benton, Missouri, to mitigate gun-related violence. The deployment was facilitated by Freedom Security, a local security provider serving the greater Missouri Area. Robust security upgrades Loc...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its technology has been deployed at East Hill Synagogue in Englewood, New Jersey, to proactively address gun-related threats. East Hill Synagogue is a 20+ year-old house of worship serving a diverse community of Modern Orthodox Jews, offering Shabbat and holiday prayer services, adult education and family activities....

In areas such as high-precision metalworking, accuracy is non-negotiable. This includes the automotive industry and its suppliers, which are in crisis in Germany for a variety of reasons. The industry is under enormous pressure to deliver products of impeccable quality and at the same time reduce operating costs, for example by increasing process speeds. The automotive industry's quality assurance standards are strict, the component geometries are complex and the demands on precision and proces...

HID, the worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announces that the University of Dundee is updating its city campus estate implementing HID® Mobile Access® and signature HID Signo™ readers throughout its buildings to guarantee it has a modern, secure and reliable access control system to allow staff and students to enter using both RFID cards and smartphones. The project will involve buying and installing new mobile-ready HID Signo readers at around 40 buildings –...

Texas A&M University opened its doors in 1876 as the state's first public institution of higher learning. Now, it’s well known as a research-intensive flagship university dedicated to preparing Aggie pioneers to take on the challenges of the future. Located in the heart of the Houston-Dallas-Austin triangle, Texas A&M's main campus in College Station, Texas, is home to more than 69,000 students. Another 5,200 are at branch campuses. The challenge Staff would write tickets when t...

Thames Valley Police worked with local authorities to improve CCTV coverage, cut costs, and boost efficiency. It’s made public spaces safer and ensured long-term, reliable monitoring across the region. Thames Valley Police is the largest non-metropolitan police force in England and Wales, covering 2,218 square miles and a population of 2.42 million people. Its jurisdiction includes multiple towns, city centres and council areas across the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and O...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed at St. John Elementary in Franklin, LA, to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence. Founded in 1871, St. John Elementary is a Catholic elementary school in historic Franklin, LA, that serves families in Frank...

Jacksons Fencing successfully supplied and installed its state-of-the-art EuroGuard® Rebound sports mesh fencing at West Beach Tennis Courts in Whitstable, Kent. In partnership with LTA Tennis Foundation, this installation marks a key milestone in Canterbury City Council’s initiative to upgrade local sports infrastructure while reinforcing Jacksons Fencing’s reputation as a pioneer in high-quality, long-lasting fencing solutions for all applications, including sports and re...

Modern measurement technologies enable high-precision detection of the movement of liquids and gases - and thus provide valuable data for numerous applications. How does the air flow around an aeroplane? How does the blood move through our veins? And how can pollutant emissions in combustion processes be minimised? For this purpose, speed, direction, pressure and turbulence within a flow are analysed in order to increase efficiency, ensure safety and drive innovation in a wide variety of areas....

Comelit-PAC LOGOS video door entry monitors have been installed at the luxury Mercantile residential development in just two weeks from quotation to project completion, thanks to the enhanced security technology. Situated in Ropewalks, a central hub in Liverpool, the Mercantile is a cosmopolitan living environment situated at the heart of the city. Featuring 32 one- and two-bedroom apartments together with a collection of penthouses, the development is suitable for buy-to-live and buy-to-l...

Growing businesses require flexibility and easy scalability from their access management. Choosing a secure digital solution which easily adapts and grows as needs change, ensures the organisation is prepared not just for now, but for the future. H.R. Owen is a dealership specialising in the sale, service and repair of luxury and sports cars. Its portfolio of high-end brands includes Lamborghini, Bentley, Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and Lotus. Based primarily in London, the company expanded...

The City of Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and the second most populous city in the country. It is the seat of the Scottish Government and the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. As well as serving a vital role in government, the city is economically significant for the region, attracting global tourism as well as being home to a world-renowned university. Protecting citizens and visitors as they move through the city and keeping Edinburgh’s roads running smoothly...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Union Community School District (UCSD) across La Porte City and Dysart, Iowa to protect students and staff from gun-related violence. Formed through the merger of the La Porte City Community School District and the Dysart-Ge...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that it has been selected by the City of Brampton in Ontario to support a new public safety initiative. Genetec solutions will be used to help Brampton provide regional law enforcement agencies with critical data to expedite crime investigations and improve community safety. Genetec AutoVu™ SharpV LPR Brampton’s project will see the deployment of 200 Genetec AutoVu™ SharpV LPR cameras As the first...

Newbury Manor School, a specialist institution managed by Aspris Children’s Services, has recently undertaken a major security upgrade to enhance the safety of its students. Located in Somerset, the school provides education and care for young people aged 6-19 with additional needs. Ensuring student safety is paramount, and the school sought a fencing solution that would offer both security and durability while maintaining a welcoming environment. Modern safeguarding standards The schoo...

New investment of the highest standard. Three buildings, 69 premises in total. The project wants to ensure consistency in the use of smart home devices for controlling lighting, air conditioning, roller blinds, and more. To achieve this, each apartment is equipped with a Gira G1 smart home panel (KNX system). Additionally, the project is looking for an intercom system that can secure the entrances and integrate seamlessly with Gira G1. The solution Integration allows for centralised control o...

Located in Istanbul, Turkey, the Nish Adalar Konut Project is a large residential community covering 61 blocks with over 2,000 apartments. DNAKE IP video intercom system has been implemented throughout the community to provide an integrated security solution, offering residents an easy and remote access control living experience.  The solution Solution highlights: Great scalability in large residential apartments Real-time video and audio communication Remote and easy mobile ac...

Silverstein Properties, a pioneering real estate development, investment, and management firm, and its partners SwiftConnect, Allegion, and Kastle, announced they are live with resident keys in Apple Wallet for all apartment units at a multi-family housing location: Silverstein’s Silver Towers residential property at 606 West 42nd Street in New York City. Silverstein’s residential tenants now have an easy and secure way to add a resident key to Apple Wallet to access the apartment b...

World Trade Centre (WTC) Amsterdam is home to more than 300 companies. The commitment of its security team to providing a safe working environment in WTC’s fixed and flexible offices goes without saying. However, building managers wanted more from their access solution. More than just an office space, WTC Amsterdam has complementary onsite facilities, including childcare, a gym, physiotherapy clinic, bar/café, dry cleaning service and more. All its facilities must be cleaned and se...

Mul-T-Lock is working with Charnwood Lock and Key for Loc8me, a premier student accommodation management agency to provide dedicated master key systems enabling secure and efficient access for maintenance of its growing property portfolio. Since its establishment in 2008, Loc8me has grown to have over 6,000 tenants living with them and they manage over 2,500 properties across Loughborough, Bristol, Durham, Newcastle, Nottingham, Leeds, Manchester, Hull, Leicester, Liverpool and Birmingham. Hig...

Motorola Solutions announced that Lancashire Police will deploy the M500 in-car video solution across its entire fleet of vehicles. The new video solution observes the vehicle’s environment from multiple viewpoints to provide officers with real-time awareness of their surroundings, whilst capturing video evidence that can provide accurate incident documentation to aid investigations. Motorola Solutions M500 "Police officers face unpredictable challenges and fast-movi...