Perimeter security - Case studies

ADT Commercial, a pioneering system integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety services in the U.S., created a program to help its employees develop professionally by reaching higher certification levels and building a better work experience. Driven by the organisation’s National Fire & Life Safety and Product Enablement teams, the company aspired to provide employees across critical operational departments with expanded access to NFPA® fire and...

The importance of space exploration is increasing, and more and more astronauts are cavorting in space. But what effects does weightlessness have on the ageing of the human body? How do certain cells develop under milligravity and microgravity conditions, such as those found on small moons and asteroids? The Swiss Artificial Gravity Experiment (SAGE) is dedicated to this research task. Construction of a satellite platform A team of students from various Swiss universities (Academic Space Init...

One of the prominent towns in Arunachal Pradesh, India, made it into the Government of India’s Smart Cities Mission development scheme with a vision of building a well-managed clean, green, and environment-friendly city. This city is envisioned to possess a character of its own, defined by scenic beauty, intellectual capital, and eco-friendly tourism through sustained economic growth for all its citizens. The target is to create a replicable role model that can act like a lighthouse...

SystemHouse Solutions' security system Integra and the graphical presentation interface Artifex will be installed at Kriminalvården's custody centres in Helsingborg, Gothenburg, and Sollentuna.  The installation includes a total of 765 custody cells and means that SystemHouse Solutions strengthens its position as one of the major security producers in the Nordics. Interface Artifex The existing technical security facilities in the custody centres will be updated for new functionali...

As the UK’s summer of cricket fever continues, Lord's Cricket Ground, the most famous cricket venue globally, has made investments in sustainable fencing options. The aim is to ensure an environmentally conscious as well as action-packed season. Capacity and accessibility With its rich history dating back to 1787, architectural significance, and unmatched glamour, Lord's Cricket Ground has always strived to maintain its world-class facilities, while preserving its unique charm. Ove...

A prominent pharmaceutical company, founded in 1935, is a pioneering player in manufacturing and distributing high-quality medicines that effectively combat respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, as well as ailments like arthritis, diabetes, and depression.  With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, the company actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives. It collaborates with healthcare professionals and organisations throughout the world to raise awareness, impro...

Residents at Chapel View can receive and answer door entry requests via mobile while granting temporary access using QR codes, due to Comelit-PAC’s dedicated mobile app and use of the latest security technology. Chapel View Set in the quaint village of Gildersome in Leeds, Chapel View is an exclusive housing development, presenting seven residential homes in a discreet cul-de-sac, all secured with a communal gate. The community featured a legacy door entry system that required an upgra...

A town in Arunachal Pradesh becomes a ‘Smart City’ with AI-powered Videonetics Solution. A smart, resilient, and unified solution enables public safety, asset security and traffic management for the city. The customer One of the prominent towns in Arunachal Pradesh, India, made it into the Government of India’s Smart Cities Mission development scheme with a vision of building a well-managed clean, green, and environment-friendly city. This city is envisioned to possess a cha...

Introduction A pioneering private sector bank offers financial solutions through its nationwide branches, headquartered in Mumbai, India. They required a single-box communication system that could accommodate 1250 Analogue users while being integrated with other brands' PBX systems Over IP. Challenges The bank wanted a compact IP PBX system with all the end users as Analogue extensions. ETERNITY LE could accommodate up to 1100 Analogue users as its other slots were occupied with PRI card...

As one of the busiest airports in the United States, Arizona international airport faces the immense challenge of balancing continuous operation and site security, in keeping with its moniker “America’s Friendliest Airport.” The airport is so busy that on February 13, 2023, it marked a milestone of over 200,000 daily passenger volume, according to a recent press release from the airport management. HVM solution The Federal Aviation Administration also noted that in 2022 alon...

The University of Lincoln’s striking city centre campus provides a modern student-centred community, based on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront. One of the most important things for a new undergraduate, however, is safe and secure accommodation and Lincoln has a plentiful supply of this in the shape of modern purpose-built student accommodation, either on campus or a short distance distance away. Among these are St Mark’s Accommodation, Viking House and Cygnet Wharf which are...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that Toronto’s Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) has updated its overall security stance with Genetec™ Security Center and Genetec Clearance™.  WEG selected the open, unified Genetec platform with an eye toward future growth. Streamlining security operations Founded in 1881 as the Ontario Jockey Club, WEG owns and operates Woodbine Racetrac...

RGB Spectrum’s video wall processor drives the Terminal Pacífico Sur Valparaíso massive video wall for 24/7 monitoring of operations. RGB Spectrum, an industry pioneer in the mission-critical video for real-time decision support, announced that its video wall processor has been installed for the command and control centre at the Port of Valparaiso, Chile’s second busiest port. Technical AV services of Convergint An upsurge in cruise and freight activity made it imperative that...

Swiss Arabian is the pioneer of Arabian perfumes that spans over 40 years. Over the years, the Swiss Arabian Perfumes Group has grown from strength to strength. Currently, it stands tall as the first perfume manufacturer in the UAE. They operate five modern manufacturing facilities spread across an area of 165,000 sq. ft., producing more than 35 million perfumes annually and exporting the same to over 80 countries. Challenges Swiss Arabian has a prominent presence across several cities in the...

St Saviour, a Church of England place of worship, in Luton, is a listed building that has faced challenges with crime and vandalism. The church had no fencing around the rear entrance, which made it vulnerable to trespassers, theft, and other crimes. Additionally, broken windows were a major concern for the congregation and clergy, who were worried about the safety of the church building and the people attending. Religious hate crime Unfortunately, places of worship are a common target of a nu...

The situation Located in Turkey, the project Sur Yapı Lavender is creating a new living space that will be worth the name of the city, in the most preferred and prestigious district of Anatolian Side, Sancaktepe. Its constructor Sur Yapı stands out as a group of companies engaged in product development, turnkey contracting, development of office and shopping mall projects, housing estate management, housing estate second-hand management, and shopping mall leasing and management, starting from t...

Rishikul Vidyapeeth takes special pride in providing excellent education to students up to XII standard. Spread across an area of 42 acres. It has two more schools under the Rishikul Vidyapeeth group namely Rishikul Vidyapeeth - Jagos Bhaghpat, UP, and Rishikul Vidyapeeth, Alipur. Modern infrastructure All school campuses are having modern infrastructures with aesthetically maneouvered activity areas, sprawling playgrounds, acoustic auditoria, and a fully automated campus. It provides a grea...

DTiQ, the provider of intelligent video surveillance, analytics, and loss prevention services for restaurants, retail, and convenience store locations announced a strategic contract with Church's Texas Chicken®. The agreement recognises DTiQ as an approved supplier of managed video and loss prevention solutions in support of Church’s company-owned restaurant operations. AI and machine learning For over 20 years, DTiQ has provided next-generation business intelligence solutions and s...

The Stade des Alpes is a rugby and football stadium in Grenoble, France with over 20,000 seats. It hosts two resident professional clubs, Grenoble Foot 38 and the FC Grenoble rugby club, along with conventions, gala dinners, exhibitions, and concerts. On average, between 150 and 200 sporting and corporate events are organised at the stadium each year. Bringing video up to date with new expectations The Stade des Alpes team needed to update its existing system and bring it up to date with the...

MVM is a nationally-owned energy group with a mission to provide affordable and clean energy. Its portfolio covers the total domestic energy system in Hungary, where it is the dominant electricity wholesale trader; and it also operates in Austria, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Slovakia, Romania, and other parts of Europe. It is actively increasing its presence in regional markets, as well as expanding into areas of sustainable energy including solar power, hydropower, and natural nuclear. Elect...

Controlling access into and around Helsinki Airport is a complex task. Around 15,000 people work there; daily pre-pandemic passenger numbers hovered around 60,000 to 70,000. Airport managers chose electronic and electromechanical locks, keyless padlocks and readers to secure the site and improve access management. Safety for staff of operator Finavia and the airport’s customers is paramount. For obvious reasons, only authorised people should have access to many areas. The safe management...

Xtract One Technologies, a technology-driven threat detection and security solution that prioritises the patron access experience by leveraging AI announced its SmartGateway patron screening solution was selected by Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, Maine to secure all entrances for concerts, conferences, and other live events at the venue. The facility is owned by the City of Bangor and is managed by global sports and entertainment company - Oak View Group (OVG), which announced a strateg...

MVM is a nationally-owned energy group with a mission to provide affordable and clean energy. Its portfolio covers the total domestic energy system in Hungary, where it is the dominant electricity wholesale trader; and it also operates in Austria, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Slovakia, Romania, and other parts of Europe. It is actively increasing its presence in regional markets, as well as expanding into areas of sustainable energy including solar power, hydropower, and natural nuclear. Elect...

Databuoy Corporation, a gunshot localisation and real-time emergency alert intelligence system, and the Philadelphia Police Department announced that SHOTPOINT, Databuoy’s life-saving gunshot localisation and detection system, has been selected by the Department for a pilot programme to help to reduce gun violence throughout the city. With gun violence on the rise, officials sought a solution that could accurately detect a gunshot and localise where it came from, to prosecute more offende...

IDEMIA, the globally renowned company in identity technologies, is delighted to have been awarded the highly competitive and much sought after Automated Border Control System (ABCS) contract for all travellers entering and exiting the country’s air, land and sea checkpoints, by Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency). IDEMIA was first awarded the contract to roll-out automated gates for immigration clearance at Chan...

At Hillside High School near Liverpool, video surveillance is a valued resource for the senior team, helping them to maintain high standards of care for their 600+ pupils, encouraging positive behaviours, and creating a supportive learning environment. But, with only limited coverage and functionality, the school’s old CCTV system was reaching the end of its life, a better system was now needed. Apex Network Solutions systems integration partner designed an end-to-end solution taking adva...

Background - The family-run 2M’s convenience store in Yardley, Birmingham is popular business at the heart of the local community, valued by customers for the wide variety of essential groceries, branded and own-label products, fresh produce, and household goods.  In a high footfall location, with a secondary school nearby, the store attracts a regular flow of customers and can become very busy at peak times. CCTV has long been an essential tool, helping to deter crime, reduce losses...