Network / IP security - Case studies
IndigoVision’s Control Center video management software gives total visibility of the loading areas Challenge When Royal Shell, Royal Vopak and Greenergy founded Thames Oilport from the purchase of the Croyton refinery complex, they immediately instigated a project to convert the site into a fuel import, blending and distribution facility. Once this project is completed, the new facility will permit sea-going tankers to berth alongside the jetties to offload petrole...
Hikvision design, and install, a solution that addresses these security goals It seems there isn't a week that goes by where some type of horrific school-related incident is in the news. This phenomena isn't linked to any country, but the unfortunate script usually includes someone - often a student - arriving on campus intent on doing harm to fellow classmates and faculty. While this represents the absolute worst case scenario, there is also a less dramatic variety that...
The Vatican Apostolic Library specialises in philology and history, as well as the history of theology, jurisprudence and science. It is one of the most renowned research libraries in the world. There is evidence of the library, which served as the scrinium of the Roman Catholic Church, as well as library and archive, dating back to the fourth century. The modern history of the Vatican Library began around the middle of the fifteenth century: Pope Nicholas V decided to release a body of works i...
The AXIS Q6035-E PTZ Dome Network Camera is mounted at the top of the tree canopy, some 60 feet high The Scottish Wildlife Trust is harnessing the power of Axis network cameras to provide live video to anyone wanting to track the arrival of a rare osprey as it returns from West Africa, where it spent the winter, to Scotland. The AXIS Q6035-E PTZ Dome Network Camera is mounted at the top of the tree canopy, some 60 feet high, and is focused on one particular osprey’s nes...
The customer challenge De Montfort is one of the most successful of the UK’s new universities founded in the 1990s and has already established an international reputation for the quality of its professional, creative and innovative education. The new infrastructure at De Montfort which went ‘live’ in August 2007 reflects the University’s desire to be at the forefront of technology and innovation in all areas of its operations. In developing the solution, installer Secur...
IndigoVision’s IP encoders have allowed the Flames to upgrade to IP while retaining their 80 existing analogue cameras National Hockey League (NHL) team and previous winners of the Stanley Cup, the Calgary Flames have chosen IndigoVision’s solution to upgrade their existing security system at the Scotiabank Saddledome. IndigoVision’s IP encoders have allowed the Flames to upgrade to IP while retaining their 80 existing analogue cameras. This cost-effective m...
IndigoVision’s solution allows the power station to transmit footage to a remote control room at ultra-low bandwidth Ningxia Zhongwei Tianjingshan has chosen to deploy four of IndigoVision’s NVR-AS 3000s and a total of 80 encoders as part of their new security system. IndigoVision’s solution was chosen for its advanced H.264 compression technology, which allows the power station to transmit footage to a remote control room at ultra-low bandwidth. Anothe...
The solution includes two servers, several remote workstations for operators, and 165 IP video cameras AxxonSoft is active like never before in expanding the customer base of its surveillance products in Africa, including in West Africa. Recently a security system powered by the Axxon Intellect PSIM software platform was installed at Eko Hotel & Suites in Nigeria. Eko Hotel & Suites is a popular accommodation site for guests and tourists in Lagos, with a population of...
Sony announces firms it will be working with to deliver the most content rich World Cup tournament to date At the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Sony will be responsible for delivering over 2,500 hours’ worth of live match footage as the theatre of football unfolds over 32 days, with 64 matches across 2 time zones. Recently, the company has announced the firms it will be working with to realise this goal and deliver the most content rich World Cup tournament to date, with all 64 m...
Khalij Hospital commissioned Pooya Fara Negar (PFN), VIVOTEK’s local distributor, to install a security network Background: patient safety and medical quality are top priority To ensure patient safety and optimise medical quality, a reliable surveillance system is critical for hospitals, especially for those located in highly populated areas. Bushehr is the capital of Bushehr Province, which is located in southeastern Iran. With a population of over 200,000...
Working closely with NCS Technology, the school installed MOBOTIX’s indoor and outdoor cameras MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based security vision systems has released details of a project at Herne Bay High School, a mixed ability Academy, with designated Sports College status, in Kent, that has benefited from long term use of MOBOTIX technology to help build and sustain a thriving educational community. Herne Bay High School is o...
Each year in Lansing, Michigan, the holiday season unofficially begins with the Silver Bells Parade. This year, 80,000 people crowded the streets of Lansing on November 22 to see the hour-long parade, which ends in front of the Michigan State Capitol building with a traditional tree lighting ceremony. The crowd shouts along with the countdown from ten, the grand marshals throw a giant ornamental switch, and the tree lights are brilliantly illuminated while a giant fireworks display lights the sk...
Samsung IP-based video cameras watch over the interior and exterior of the new Charles Simonyi Space Gallery building, a newly constructed addition to The Museum of Flight's campus in Seattle, Washington, that will showcase space travel-related artefacts. Beginning in the summer of 2012, the new building will display NASA's Shuttle Orbiter Trainer, known as the Full Fuselage Trainer (FFT). The 15,131 square foot Space Gallery building was constructed just north of The Museum of Flight's existing...
When All Saints Catholic School in Canton, Michigan first opened its doors in 1997, it was a model of then-current practices regarding school design and teaching. The administrative office was located in the centre of the school and teaching followed the “cells and bells” format. Fire drills and supervised playgrounds and hallways were standard school safety measures. School safety becomes a priority Over the years as school safety designs and practices have evolved, so too has the...
Electric bolts from Alpro Architectural Hardware are protecting students, staff and visitors at the University of Westminster headquarters in Regent Street, London. The Alpro EB1001 is a 12 VDC stainless steel bolt and strike plate assembly with a 15mm diameter and throw. It allows remote access and exit control of most timber, metal and UPVC doors. The units offer installers optimum flexibility and can be fitted in the frame or on the door itself. A plug-in LED bolt indicator and stainless st...
320 metres below ground level, VIVOTEK's IP cameras send crystal clear images back to engineers Background: advanced protection for a 158-year-old coal mine The Monumental Guido Coal Mine, which was founded in 1855, is located in the City of Zabrze in Silesia Province in southern Poland. The name of Coal Mine – Guido – originates from the name of big industrialist, millionaire – Prince Guido Henkel von Donnersmarck. For more than a hundred years transformati...
Home Harbor is an assisted living community of large efficiencies, one and two-bedroom apartments that are complete with full kitchens, private entries, patios and spacious common areas. The facility is designed for seniors who are aged 62 and older and offers a range of care options to give residents choice and flexibility. The organization's desire is to protect and encourage its residents' independence and well-being. The facility includes 110 apartments spread over an entire city block in Ra...
When ‘Christoph 7’, the hospitals’ quick response emergency team – named after the most famous rescue helicopter in Germany – rushes to an emergency such as a heart attack or a stroke somewhere within the hospital, there is no time to be lost: in the most serious case it can be a matter of life or death. Saving lives has absolute priority and requires unhindered access – the access control management system must therefore be prepared for this eventuality. So t...
Hikvision’s DS-2CD7353F-E(I) 2MP outdoor IP camera provides video surveillance for head office's front and main entrance Located in the Littoral region in Cameroon and in the city of Douala, Douala is not only the biggest city in Cameroon, it is also the regional economic engine, as well as the country's wealthiest city. As can be expected of such a logistically vital location, many of Africa's biggest companies are represented; and among these, is Libya Oil. While it...
Bon Securs Hospital, Galway, has integrated the SALTO XS4 Locker Lock into the drug and medicine cabinets used within a new build extension to the hospital to control when and by whom patient medication can be accessed.Bon Secours Hospital Galway is a 120 bed acute care facility, providing a wide range of surgical and medical services. It is part of the Bon Secours Health System, the largest private healthcare provider in Ireland, and currently admits 18,000 patients per annum, comprising 6,000...
Sentry360 360-degree fisheye ultra HD cameras are integrated into the CTA’s existing video management system Sentry360, a USA-based manufacturer of advanced ultra HD surveillance cameras and systems, announced the successful deployment of the largest 360-degree surveillance camera system in mass transit history. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates the nation’s second largest public transportation system, servicing the city of Chicago and 35 surrounding sub...
One of England’s oldest childcare centres has invested in an IP network based video surveillance system manufactured by Samsung Techwin, to create a safe and secure environment for its staff and children. Gingerbread Corner, which is located in Croydon, Surrey, was England’s first latchkey scheme. It was established in 1976 with the objective of providing quality childcare for single parents of children aged between 5-11 after school and during school holidays. 37 years later, Ginge...
These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually hidden in forests, groves or high atop trees Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently celebrates Earth Day by highlighting non-profit organisations who raise awareness of wildlife and conservation projects through live Web streams of animal habitats using Axis network cameras. These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually...
The IP-addressable equipment consists of proximity readers, door controllers and ACT’s access control software suite Britannia Fire & Security Ltd has secured the headquarters of the Axiom Housing Association in Peterborough using an innovative access control system. The IP-addressable equipment, which is from ACT, consists of proximity readers, door controllers and ACT’s access control software suite. Axiom operates more than 2,200 homes across Peterborough,...
Morrisons decided upon a strategy to upgrade each of these vital IT and comms rooms MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Wm Morrison Supermarkets that is helping to secure access and reduce management complexity across 40 critical sites supporting the retailers “farm to fork” business strategy. Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC is a major UK food retailer with over 500...
Dahua’s SD6980-HN & SD6582A-HN speed domes, NVR3216, and DVR0804HF-L were selected to secure OCP group OCP group is a global leader in phosphate and its derivatives markets headquartered in Morocco, it recently upgraded its video surveillance system with Dahua HD IP solution. OCP group has been a key player in international phosphate market since its founding in 1920. It is world’s largest exporter of phosphate rock and phosphoric acid as well as one of the wo...
Arecont Vision MegaVideo compact 10MP cameras are located inside the bowl to monitor exterior seating areas Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been selected by MetLife Stadium’s security management team to provide comprehensive, undisrupted video coverage throughout every part of its venue. Arecont Vision megapixel cameras have been deployed to ensure wide area coverage with extreme detail and the ability to electronically zo...
The AXIS P5534 PTZ dome network camera provides constant live stream of events from inside the barn A North Yorkshire farm has installed the latest in IP video technology to enable everyone to see all the new arrivals of lambs this spring. Mainsgill Farm in Richmond has fitted an AXIS P5534 PTZ Dome Network Camera to overlook the barn and the pens in which the sheeps are giving birth, in order to allow visitors to the farm and its website, the unique opportunity to see the la...
The video archive feature in Genetec Security Center system captures and stores video feeds for multiple years Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced recently that MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ)—home of the New York Giants and the New York Jets—has installed the Genetec Security Center system in its 82,500 seat stadium. MetLife Stadium is one of the largest outdoor sports and entertainment venues in the US, and requir...
Tyco UAE will provide CNL’s IPSecurityCenter PSIM to manage a wide range of security systems CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, has partnered for an iconic security management project with Tyco Fire & Security UAE, who specialise in turnkey solutions including design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of Fire Protection and Fire Detection Systems, as well as state-of-the-art Security and Integrated...
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