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InWin Development Inc. (6117-TW), a pioneering manufacturer of professional computer and server chassis with advanced Level 11 system integration capabilities, will unveil the Edge Solution in collaboration with Accordance System Inc., a prominent pioneer in integrated system solutions, at COMPUTEX 2025. This joint showcase will feature InWin's latest edge solution, the cubePRO, paired with Accordance’s ARAID disk array solutions, including the ARAID M500 and ARAID 5000. AI + AIoT hardware ecosystem Together, the solution delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and data security Together, the solution delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and data security. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen the AI + AIoT hardware ecosystem, expand product offerings, and enhance the one-stop solution experience for customers. The cubePRO edge computing chassis by InWin supports Micro-ATX motherboards and features four full-height PCIe expansion slots capable of accommodating the latest high-end GPUs. It also supports high-wattage PSII power supplies to meet demanding energy requirements. Integration of various storage configurations Engineered for edge AI workloads, the chassis features a perforated design and high-efficiency fan configuration to ensure optimal thermal performance. It is tailored for diverse AI applications, including Large Language Models (LLMs), visual AI inference, and lightweight training tasks. Additionally, the cubePRO includes three front 5.25-inch bays that provide outstanding modular expansion flexibility, allowing seamless integration of various storage configurations to meet the rigorous demands of high-performance workstations. AIoT edge environments InWin’s cubePRO will also be showcased with Accordance’s ARAID M500, integrated into the front bays InWin’s cubePRO will also be showcased with Accordance’s ARAID M500, integrated into the front bays to enhance data protection and system stability. ARAID enables real-time redundancy for both operating systems and data, supporting continuous operation even during backup procedures. To ensure system resilience in AIoT edge environments, the solution features hot-swappable drive bays for non-disruptive HDD replacement. A user-friendly LCD and LED front panel provides clear backup status at a glance, while centralised remote management is available via SNMP. InWin and Accordance plan This solution is specifically designed for 24/7 mission-critical applications, including semiconductor manufacturing, infrastructure, smart transportation, industrial automation, and the entertainment sectors such as gaming and media creation. Beyond the cubePRO collaboration, InWin and Accordance plan to continue expanding their server and tower workstation portfolios. InWin’s one-stop service approach With InWin’s one-stop service approach—including design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing By leveraging their respective core strengths and market expertise, the two companies aim to deliver a diverse range of solutions for professional and enterprise-level applications, driving innovation and creating new opportunities in the AI era. With InWin’s one-stop service approach—including design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing—the company helps customers streamline supply chain management, reduce procurement and time-to-market costs, enhance integration efficiency and overall system value. This collaborative model fosters mutual growth and long-term success. Raw power of its latest edge solution Visit InWin at COMPUTEX 2025 to experience the raw power of its latest edge solution firsthand, and explore the company’s innovative showcase celebrating its 40th anniversary and the AI Next ecosystem. A wide array of forward-thinking solutions and cutting-edge products will be on display—designed to capture attention across the industry and media alike.

Detection Technology, a pioneer in X‑ray detector solutions, unveils X-Cargo—an advanced multirow detector family purpose-built to set a new benchmark in high-speed, high-energy X-ray imaging performance. Built on a novel detector technology, X-Cargo is tailored for cargo scanning and other demanding MeV-level applications, combining speed, resolution, and sustainability in a single modular platform. Modern cargo inspection X-Cargo also serves growing industrial applications like dense metal waste sorting X-Cargo meets the demanding needs of modern cargo inspection in critical security environments such as ports, border crossings, and customs checkpoints. It enables fast, non-intrusive scanning without manual inspections, ensuring efficient control over goods moving through high-risk infrastructures.  Primarily used for truck and train cargo scanning, X-Cargo also serves growing industrial applications like dense metal waste sorting and advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) of assembled automotive parts and battery systems. X-Cargo photodiode configurations With support for scanning speeds up to 70 km/h in single-energy Linac systems and 36 km/h in dual-energy setups, X-Cargo offers unmatched performance in its class. This is made possible by its upgraded architecture featuring up to eight rows of photodiodes, a leap from the previous standard of one, significantly enhancing resolution and post-processing potential. This positions X-Cargo well above conventional solutions, which are limited to single- or double-row photodiode configurations and a maximum scanning speed of 8 km/h. Software-configurable flexibility and faster servicing The newly designed high-speed, optical 10 Gbps control board is another key innovation The newly designed high-speed, optical 10 Gbps control board is another key innovation, capable of managing up to 80 detectors with a single board. This opens the door to building larger system designs and multi-view configurations, crucial for high-throughput environments and more comprehensive inspections. This scalable, platform-based approach separates the sensor and data acquisition board, offering software-configurable flexibility and faster servicing—only necessary components need replacing, which reduces downtime and contributes to environmental sustainability. Detection Technology’s values Traditionally, hazardous materials such as cadmium have been used in high-energy detectors under certain exemptions. These are now being replaced with more sustainable alternatives. True to Detection Technology’s values, X-Cargo supports a responsible product lifecycle, reflecting the company's commitment to delivering high-performance, safe, and future-proof technologies. CT cargo system Traditionally, hazardous materials such as cadmium have been used in high-energy detectors “With this release, we aim to position ourselves as a market pioneer in cargo inspection. We have introduced to the market standard cargo detectors since 2005, and now are stregthening our position as a pioneer in the field,” stated Carlos Castillo, Product Manager at Detection Technology. “We participated in an EU project, MultiScan 3D, which developed a static CT cargo system using brand-new technology based on laser-driven X-ray sources." Detection Technology’s legacy of innovation Castillo added: "There was a market need to increase scanning speeds in conventional X-ray cargo systems. Thanks to our new matrix detector concept and control board, the system can now be built larger, making it easier to implement a multi-view setup.” The launch of X-Cargo reinforces Detection Technology’s legacy of innovation in X-ray detectors. It delivers a competitive edge to OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) in both the security and industrial sectors by enabling faster inspections, greater system flexibility, and superior image quality—all while supporting environmental and regulatory compliance.

barox Kommunikation AG, the manufacturer of professional switches, media converters and IP extenders specifically designed for video applications, has released the new ultra-dynamic KN-LGIPR38-28AD, 24-port, 10Gb Managed Industrial Ethernet PoE+ switch. In addition to employing the usual extensive barox cybersecurity features, the new KN-LGIPR38-28AD includes 90~264VAC and 57VDC power inputs, enabling up to 720W PoE capability, and power redundancy with either two DC, or one DC and one AC power supplies. Demands of HD video surveillance New KN-LGIPR38-28AD also features four SFP/SFP+ 1G/10G fibre uplink ports Core features also include 10Gb and 30W of IEEE 802.3at PoE+ at each of its 24 x 10/100/1000Base-T RJ45 ports. Designed in a 19-inch rack-mount format, new KN-LGIPR38-28AD also features four SFP/SFP+ 1G/10G fibre uplink ports, whilst OSPFv2/v3 routeing protocols brings layer-2/3 functionality and 10Gb performance to industrial applications - a sector that requires high-performance solutions-driven by the ever-increasing demands of HD video surveillance networks.  IEEE 1588 V2 and PTP compliance Additionally, a fanless design coupled to an extended working temperature range covering −40 to +75°C makes the new KN-LGIPR38-28AD robust, to handle the most demanding of installation environments, even when installed in a cabinet.  Furthermore, IEEE 1588 V2 and PTP (Precision Time Protocol) compliance enables maximum flexibility in system design for installers and end-users, particularly for inclusion into CNI (Critical National Infrastructure), utilities, Smart Cities and substation environments. New 24-port 10Gb switch At the same time, the switch can be configured to send an SNMP message as a real-time alert The KN-LGIPR38-28AD supports Jumbo frames at 100 Mbit/s, whilst each channel is continually monitored and in the event of a camera failure the new 24-port 10Gb switch will automatically attempt a camera re-boot. At the same time, the switch can be configured to send an SNMP message as a real-time alert. PoE functionality An important facet for high-security applications, ensuring cameras stay operational, the KN-LGIPR38-28AD features a PoE ‘Keep Alive’ function that checks whether the end device is still reachable. If not, PoE is restarted according to its set-up configuration. Preventing the PoE power supply from being overloaded, when the switch is powered up, the individual PoE ports can be set to start-up with a time delay. Other features include a PoE timer and priority PoE control. PoE power supply Non-stop PoE function can be set to supply all ports with ‘always on’ power When a re-boot task needs to be performed, i.e., when changing network cameras or updating firmware, ‘Non-stop PoE’ function can be set to supply all ports with ‘always on’ power. This clever functionality allows all connected cameras to stay powered, meaning no vital camera video footage lost during routine engineering procedures - another important feature for high-security applications.  In addition, preventing the PoE power supply from being overloaded, when the switch is powered up, the individual PoE ports can be set to start-up with a time delay. Ethernet and PoE transmission technology Other safety features include active management of PoE, active and graphical long-term monitoring of the PoE power supply, and active camera/device monitoring. “barox’s expertise in the video and data transmission sector has produced a real industry-pioneering design, delivering layer-2/3 functionality with 10Gb capability, whilst providing customers with cutting-edge Ethernet and PoE transmission technology - all in a 24-port format,” says Rudolf Rohr, barox Co-founder & Managing partner. “With these features, the new barox KN-LGIPR38-28AD ensures greater customer security and system-design flexibility – all alongside the usual barox easy set-up and configuration.”

Videx has launched the ERA23V, a sleek and innovative video entry panel designed to redefine door entry and access control. As the first in a new range of ERA panels (that will also include IP & GSM variants), it is built on the widely used VX2300 2-wire bus video system, offering unmatched flexibility and ease of installation. Designed for modern living and business needs, flexibility is at the heart of the ERA23V. The panel supports multiple entrances, up to four apartments and four devices per apartment, making it the ideal solution for residential and commercial properties. Built-in keypad The entrance panel can be configured with one, two or four buttons or as a single button The entrance panel can be configured with one, two or four buttons or as a single button with a coded keypad, simply by changing the button inserts and adjusting the settings. The built-in keypad offers coded entry with no additional cost, delivering enhanced security with up to 400 programmable access codes. This streamlined approach ensures that stockists and installers benefit from a single, adaptable product instead of multiple variations. Video entry technology Rob Sands, Technical Director at Videx, said: “The ERA23V is a significant step forward in video entry technology, providing a highly adaptable and scalable solution that meets the changing needs of residential and commercial properties." "By combining stylish design with advanced access control features, we’ve created a system that is both easy to install and incredibly versatile.” ERA23V effortless expansion Available as a kit, it comes with a choice of video monitors, including a 3.5” videophone Available as a kit, it comes with a choice of video monitors, including a 3.5” videophone, a 3.5” handsfree monitor or a 7” handsfree monitor. Desk kits are also available. Rob Sands continued: “The ERA23V is designed for effortless expansion. Kits come complete with a customisable entrance panel, video monitor and power supply unit, with additional entrance panels, monitors and accessories available separately if required." New benchmark in video entry security Sands added: "As part of the VX2300 family, it integrates seamlessly with existing system parts and accessories, ensuring it meets the demands of both new installations and upgrades. With a sleek design, intelligent features and ultimate flexibility, ERA23V is setting a new benchmark in video entry security.” The ERA23V’s slim design at only 96mm wide ensures it will fit perfectly on a typical 100mm post while its low profile compact design ensures it won’t look out of place in any environment, residential or commercial. ERA23V features ERA23V includes features such as a simple 2 wire bus, high-quality audio & video, voice assistance Particular care has gone into ensuring its easy of installation but this does not mean a compromise on functionality, the ERA23V include features such as a simple 2 wire bus, high quality audio & video, voice assistance, multi coloured lighting, additional inputs and outputs, lock and gate control, coded access, NFC (Near Field Communication), RS485 & Bluetooth technology for both access control for up to 2000 users and system configuration using a Videx app. IK09 impact resistance and IP65 environmental protection The wide-angle CMOS camera provides clear video even in low light, while the slimline gunmetal black aluminium frame ensures durability while still achieving a modern aesthetic.  The panel is designed to withstand the elements, featuring IK09 impact resistance and IP65 environmental protection. An optional rain shield adds further durability.

With its worldwide online “Eplan L!VE” event on 14 May, this time around solutions provider Eplan is guest at Eaton in Hengelo. Enquiring minds can gain first-hand experience about how Eaton's facility in the Netherlands has optimised all its processes in engineering and manufacturing for maximum efficiency. In just two-and-a-half hours, online attendees will get a compact overview how new ideas and tried-and-tested solutions for greater productivity look on the ground. News on Eplan’s portfolio and strategies round off the programme. Benefits of a data-driven approach Dutch facility saw the benefits of a data-driven approach and recast its engineering method How can processes in engineering and switchgear system manufacturing be designed to be highly efficient? How can manufacturing be further automated? These are questions that Eaton in Hengelo asked itself years ago. The Dutch facility saw the benefits of a data-driven approach and converted its entire engineering methodology, including its processes, to work with Eplan. Eplan L!VE, now in its third round as an online format, will provide fascinating insights into this. Under the motto of “Forward Thinking from Design to Manufacture” will be streaming directly from Eaton’s production facility. New manufacturing approaches Attendees from around the world are invited to this online event to discover new manufacturing approaches that generate greater profitability in engineering and manufacturing. By the way, these approaches are in no way restricted to just larger corporations, but are also tailored for SMEs.  Eaton took a “one step at a time” approach and, depending on the task at hand, it can all be implemented at smaller control and switchgear system manufacturers. An in-depth look into engineering and manufacturing Eaton uses EEC to generate schematics, bills of materials, terminal diagrams and cabling lists Well over 1,500 attendees from around the globe will be tuned in online when the Eaton specialists will be showing how the in-house control and switchgear system design and manufacturing has been optimised for a high degree of automation and efficiency. The Eplan solutions used here play a decisive role – ensuring that a standardised foundation of data based on the digital twin is available from first designs all the way through to manufacturing. And if that weren’t enough, Eaton also uses Eplan Engineering Configuration (EEC) to automatically generate schematics, bills of materials, terminal diagrams and cabling lists – based on a new design methodology using functional engineering. Whereas the effort previously involved in updating documents linked to the schematics, including bills of materials, terminal diagrams and wiring lists, was immense, now these are all automatically kept up to date with Eplan. This is possible because everything goes back to a centralised source of data. Integration of manufacturing The company’s deep integration of manufacturing into this process is also bearing fruit – using Eplan Pro Panel, control cabinet layouts are designed in 3d, completely digitally, and the data provided is used for automatic cable routeing. The Wire Terminal WT from Rittal Automation Systems can produce up to 1,000 wires per day, all fully automatically.  The processing of copper rails can also be simplified with machines from Rittal Automation Systems. All the processes for wiring and manufacturing are designed to be extremely efficient and overall processes benefits from greater consistency based on the data from Eplan. Sneak preview and strategy Also of interest is the direct access to device data in the Data Portal from Eplan Electric P8 in the future These in-depth insights into Eaton’s design and manufacturing processes will be rounded off with a sneak preview of the upcoming Eplan Platform 2026. As just one example, on 14 May attendees with get a first look at how the different views in Eplan Pro Panel accelerate 3D navigation. Also of interest is the direct access to device data in the Data Portal from Eplan Electric P8 in the future. Last but not least, the new single-line technology in Eplan Preplanning is interesting for users who want to logically link symbols and components in the preplanning phase. Online event attendees can also expect a glimpse into the future of engineering: Eplan CEO Sebastian Seitz will be presenting Eplan’s future strategy and some highlights on future topics – including use cases on the topic of artificial intelligence. Background Eaton as the global intelligent power management company, has been a technology partner in the Eplan Partner Network since 2023 and specialises in the development, production and sales of power distribution systems, LV and MV switchgear systems and control devices at its facilities in Hengelo in the Netherlands. Eaton additionally provides a large number of its energy systems and components via directly integrated selectors in the Eplan Data Portal. The manufacturer also uses Eplan solutions for its in-house control system and switchgear system design and construction. Machines from Rittal Automation Systems simplify the company’s manufacturing processes – including the Rittal Wire Terminal WT and machines for processing copper rails.

Intellian’s eagerly-awaited C700 Iridium Certus® maritime terminal has now been launched and is expected to quickly secure a reputation as the most powerful and technically advanced Iridium Certus® terminal on the market. With its best-in-class RF performance, the C700 can deliver out-of-the-box uplink speeds of 352kbps and downlink speeds of 704kbps by default, with equally impressive low-elevation-angle RF efficiency thanks to its unique 12-patch phased array antenna technology. Advanced functionality It will support three high-quality, low-latency phone lines simultaneously; and as a solid-state antenna with no moving parts inside, the C700 is especially robust, requiring no scheduled maintenance over its lifetime. The advanced performance of the C700 provides customers across all markets with the flexibility to deploy it as the primary communication antenna or as a companion to a VSAT system for seamless redundancy. For primary communications, the Below Deck Unit (BDU) incorporates key features which make it ready to deploy without additional cost, including firewall, IP PBX, WAN port and built-in Wi-Fi. Hardware and software functions such as these, incorporated into the system, make the C700 the most powerful, feature-rich L-band solution on the market, delivering best in class performance and functionality. The innate stability and reliable connectivity afforded by the C700 also make it an ideal platform for future safety services, including the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Streamlined setup The C700 delivers installation efficiency both through the product design and the commissioning process. The BDU, weighing approximately 1.2kg, is available as a standalone bulkhead mount system or a 19” all-in-one rack-mount version. With its small, lightweight and space-saving form factor, the C700 can be carried on board by just one technician or crew member for rapid and low-cost installation. Once the C700 is installed, the built-in, user-friendly AptusLX software enhances the commissioning and setup experience of customers and partners. Global connectivity Wouter Deknopper, Vice President and General Manager of Maritime, Iridium, observes: “Many vessel owners and operators may decide against VSAT for budgetary reasons, lack of deck space or the absence of adequate coverage on their voyage routes, so Iridium Certus is ideal as a primary means of communication, supported by the ease of upgrading to the C700 from an existing system.” “Iridium Certus also excels as a VSAT companion, combining the benefits of LEO with GEO, and L-band with Ku-band. VSAT can suffer from certain degradations and also isn’t global. That’s where you need a strong hybrid system, and Intellian of course is a highly respected manufacturer of maritime VSAT antennas and the new C700, so it is in a strong position to offer a very competitive turnkey hybrid package on the market.” “The flexibility of the airtime packages Iridium and our partners offer for Intellian customers is also an essential consideration in such uncertain times for the shipping industry and beyond.” L-Band advantage L-band is particularly resistant to rain fade and other forms of atmospheric interference, and the C700’s 12-element antenna arrangement is designed to supply rapid and efficient tracking performance, leading to optimal high-speed data and voice connections. Troels Christensen, Product Manager, EMEA, Intellian, explains: “The signal stability is exceptional even on fast boats or smaller vessels in rough seas, where you may experience heavy pitch and roll.” An attractive proposition for crew communications with its multiple high-quality voice lines, the C700 is also protected with Intellian’s international support and service network infrastructure, and comes with a three-year warranty for parts and labor. Retrofitting advantage “The fact that it can be retrofitted by reusing a vessel’s old mast mount, cables and power supply saves additional time and money,” adds Mr. Christensen. “There’s no need for extra boxes, there are no hidden costs, and Iridium Certus provides truly global coverage, even at the poles, so the C700 is an L-band innovation that pays ample dividends not just for smaller vessels, but right across the board.” Eric Sung, CEO, Intellian Technologies, concludes: “We’re delighted to partner with Iridium and believe our C700 is a great addition to our innovative maritime product portfolio. The new C700 antenna is a great choice for multiple customer segments, delivering an affordable solution which leads the market in speed and functionality.”

In daily work and life, various locks have always played the role of protecting asset safety. In different usage scenarios, the most appropriate lock must be selected to maximise benefits. In the past applications, the difficulties encountered by managers are as follows. Unlocking authority is difficult to control, unclear access records, emergency unlocking, and troublesome upgrade and installation. Through the following points, how the key-centric access management system solves such problems. Access management system The key-centric access management system, also known as intelligent passive electronic lock system, which is based on three elements: electronic keys, electronic cylinders and management software, can provide powerful and traceable access control. Each smart key is unique and cannot be copied, and in the event of loss or theft, these keys can be quickly disabled. Each smart key is unique and cannot be copied, and in the event of loss or theft, these keys can be disabledIn the process of using traditional mechanical locks, it is not difficult to find that it is quite complex to realise the access control of unlocking. The difficulty is that the keys can be copied at will, the use records are not clear, and the credibility of employees cannot be guaranteed... etc. For managers, this is a safety issue that cannot be ignored. Mechanical lock system And through the key-centric access management system, we can accurately assign access authority for each user, and set different access authority for locks in different areas. For example, we can set the XX user to have access to the archive room (A) from 10:00 on May 1, 2021 to 17:00 on June 1, 2021, within this time range. Outside this time range, there will be no unlock authority. The flexibility of the traditional mechanical lock system is insufficient. There is no clear record to determine who entered the area. It is usually a simple paper record that records the unlocking records of the employees. The authenticity and validity of the system need to be examined. In the key-centric access management system, when an employee unlocks the lock, the unlock record will be synchronised to the management terminal. Remote authorised unlocking With the key-centric access management system, remote authorised unlocking can be realised Through secondary records, managers can easily track employees and supervise employees' visits to each area. In daily work, there are often emergencies that require temporary visits to certain specific areas. If you encounter a situation where the distance is extremely long, and you don’t have the key to that area, you can imagine how bad this is. The process of fetching the keys back and forth is time-consuming and laborious. With the key-centric access management system, remote authorised unlocking can be realised. You can apply for the unlocking authority through the mobile APP, or you can temporarily issue the unlocking authority for the area on the management terminal, which saves time and effort. When faced with the failure of ordinary mechanical locks to meet management needs, some managers can already think of upgrading their management system, that is, the intelligent access control system. Passive electronic locks But before making this decision, the manager will inevitably consider the various costs brought about by the upgrade, including installation costs (cable cost), learning costs, and maintenance costs. Since most of the universal intelligent access control systems on the market require wiring and power supply, the cost of transformation and upgrading is quite high for managers who have such a huge amount of engineering. The key-centric access management system is the ‘gospel’ for managers. Since passive electronic locks and ordinary mechanical locks have the same size, they can be directly retrofitted to existing hardware, and they can be replaced step by step simply and easily. At present, the key-centric access management system is being known and applied by more and more managers and enterprises. Application industries include, such as power utilities, water utilities, public security, telecommunication industry, transportation, etc.

The 2020s will be a wireless decade in access control, says Russell Wagstaff from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEA. He examines the trends data, and looks beyond mobile keys to brand new security roles for the smartphone. The benefits of wire-free electronic access control are well rehearsed. They are also more relevant than ever. A wireless solution gives facility managers deeper, more flexible control over who should have access, where and when, because installing, operating and integrating them is easier and less expensive than wiring more doors. Battery powered locks Many procurement teams are now aware of these cost advantages, but perhaps not their scale. Research for an ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions (AAOS) benchmarking exercise found installation stage to be the largest contributor to cost reduction. Comparing a typical installation of battery-powered Aperio locks versus wired locks at the same scale, the research projected an 80% saving in installers’ labour costs for customers who go cable-free. Battery powered locks all consume much less energy than traditional wired locks Operating costs are also lower for wireless: Battery powered locks all consume much less energy than traditional wired locks, which normally work via magnets connected permanently to electricity. Wireless locks only ‘wake up’ when presented with a credential for which they must make an access decision. AAOS estimated a 70% saving in energy use over a comparable lock’s lifetime. Find out more about wireless access control at ASSA ABLOY's upcoming 29th June webinar Deploying wireless locks In short, every time a business chooses a wireless lock rather than a wired door, they benefit from both installation and operating cost savings. A recent report from IFSEC Global, AAOS and Omdia reveals the extent to which the advantages of wireless are cutting through. Responses to a large survey of security professionals — end-users, installers, integrators and consultants serving large corporations and small- to medium-sized organisations in education, healthcare, industrial, commercial, infrastructure, retail, banking and other sectors — suggest almost four locations in ten (38%) have now deployed wireless locks as a part or the whole of their access solution. The corresponding data point from AAOS’s 2014 Report was 23%. Electronic access control Electronic access control is less dependent than ever on cabling Without doubt, electronic access control is less dependent than ever on cabling: Even after a year when many investments have been deferred or curtailed, the data reveals fast-growing adoption of wireless locks, technologies and systems. Is mobile access control — based on digital credentials or ‘virtual keys’ stored on a smartphone — an ideal security technology for this wire-free future? In fact, the same report finds mobile access is growing fast right now. Among those surveyed, 26% of end-users already offer mobile compatibility; 39% plan to roll out mobile access within two years. Before the mid-2020s, around two-thirds of access systems will employ the smartphone in some way. The smartphone is also convenient for gathering system insights Driving rapid adoption What is driving such rapid adoption? The convenience benefits for everyday users are obvious — witness the mobile boom in banking and payments, travel or event ticketing, transport, food delivery and countless more areas of modern life. Access control is a natural fit. If you have your phone, you are already carrying your keys: What could be easier? IBM forecasts that 1.87 billion people globally will be mobile workers by 2022 Less often discussed are the ways mobile management makes life easier for facility and security managers, too. Among those polled for the new Wireless Access Control Report, almost half (47%) agreed that ‘Mobile was more flexible than physical credentials, and 36% believe that mobile credentials make it easier to upgrade employee access rights at any time.’ IBM forecasts that 1.87 billion people globally will be mobile workers by 2022. Workers in every impacted sector require solutions which can get the job done from anywhere: Access management via smartphone offers this. Site management device The smartphone is also convenient for gathering system insights. For example, one new reporting and analytics tool for CLIQ key-based access control systems uses an app to collect, visualise and evaluate access data. Security system data could contribute to business success. The app’s clear, visual layout helps managers to instantly spot relevant trends, anomalies or patterns. It’s simple to export, to share insights across the business. Reinvented for learning — not just as a ‘key’ or site management device — the phone will help businesses make smarter, data-informed decisions. The smartphone will also play a major role in security — and everything else — for an exciting new generation of smart buildings. These buildings will derive their intelligence from interoperability. Over 90% of the report’s survey respondents highlighted the importance of integration across building functions including access control, CCTV, alarm and visitor management systems. Genuinely seamless integration They offer greater peace of mind than proprietary solutions which ‘lock you in’ for the long term Yet in practice, stumbling blocks remain on the road to deeper, genuinely seamless integration. More than a quarter of those polled felt held back by a lack of solutions developed to open standards. ‘Open standards are key for the momentum behind the shift towards system integration,’ notes the Report. As well as being more flexible, open solutions are better futureproofed. Shared standards ensure investments can be made today with confidence that hardware and firmware may be built on seamlessly in the future. They offer greater peace of mind than proprietary solutions which ‘lock you in’ for the long term. Open solutions and mobile management are critical to achieving the goals which end-users in every vertical are chasing: scalability, flexibility, sustainability, cost-efficiency and convenience.

The security market in 2016 saw an uptick in the economy, the introduction of new technologies, increased compliance requirements in key verticals, and rising concerns over the need for greater security. Users interested in upgrading or deploying new systems consistently chose networked system platforms. This trend further drove the demand for adaptive transmission solutions as a means of repurposing existing analogue infrastructure to accommodate IP devices on a networked platform. As this migration accelerated, product feature sets continued to evolve with the inclusion of advanced communications that let you monitor, control and report power/diagnostics from anywhere. These new products have also helped to stimulate new business opportunities for integrators by expanding their service offerings to include remote monitoring of these devices as a new source of recurring monthly revenue (RMR). PoE and adaptive transmission solutions In last year’s 2016 forecast, we discussed the integration trend and how PoE and adaptive transmission solutions with network communications were rapidly gaining traction and market share. As the year progressed, the trend increased with customers migrating towards systems that provided more data, faster transmission rates and more versatility, and accessibility anytime from anywhere. Altronix responded with more advanced product solutions. This growing trend makes it more critical than ever for the core power and transmission infrastructure that make up the foundation of these systems to include network communications for true integration. As effective and efficient as integrated IP systems have become, the cost to upgrade or install new networked systems can be prohibitive. In 2017, security professionals will require expanded options to capitalise on existing infrastructure while accommodating IP devices with new levels of performance. These new products will greatly reduce installation and maintenance costswhen deploying orupgrading systems We will see the introduction of new products that offer greater levels of integration with bundled capabilities such as PoE, network switches, versatile adaptive transmission capabilities to accommodate different types of cabling, greater bandwidth and speed, and management capabilities. These new products will greatly reduce installation and maintenance costs when deploying or upgrading systems. Altronix 2016 business overview Altronix’s evolution as a designer and manufacturer of versatile power supplies and accessories – and the addition of innovative PoE and adaptive transmission solutions with network communications – was significant in 2016. We have continued to deliver new products incorporating advances in power and communication technologies that solve real-world installation issues with the highest levels of performance and cost-efficiency. One of the most significant technologies contributing to our extensive portfolio of power and adaptive transmission products is our innovative LINQ™ Technology, which provides remote control of power, along with monitoring and reporting of diagnostics from anywhere you have internet access. LINQ completes the network communication cycle for networked systems by providing true integration for power supply and adaptive transmission products that are the foundation of every system. Altronix will continue to design, manufacture and introduce new power and adaptive transmission solutions in 2017 that live up to our longstanding reputation for outstanding quality, performance and reliability. See the full coverage of 2016/2017 Review and Forecast articles hereSave Save

Across the security industry, power supplies are too often an afterthought and the first item in an access control system to be value-engineered. However, when the power supply fails on a high-end access control device, the system becomes a very expensive paperweight. Fortunately, there are now power supply units available that can enhance system reliability by providing remote diagnostics and real-time reporting and analytics. There is also a mistaken perception that all power supplies are the same, says David Corbin, Director of ASSA ABLOY’S Power Management Strategic Business Unit. Access control and security applications Power supplies today are more important than ever for access control and security applications The fact is, a properly designed unit for today’s market must have a wide input range, a myriad of features, interface to network, have adequate transient protection, good surge capability and a demonstrated quality level for mission critical reliability, he says. “Power supplies today are more important than ever for access control and security applications,” says Corbin. “From heavy snowstorms in the Midwest and East Coast to the two million Californians that experienced unprecedented power outages, extreme weather conditions have created chaos for millions over the past few months. These events have resulted in students being locked out of schools, hospitals darkening and electronic keypads or card readers shutting down. With events like these on the rise, and an increased reliance on the technology we use to get in and out of the spaces we occupy, power supplies are critical for keeping systems up and running and people safe and secure.” ASSA ABLOY's LifeSafety Power’s FPO Intelligent Power Supplies and Helix Redundant Power Systems Installing right power supplies ASSA ABLOY has a range of products within the power supplies category, including LifeSafety Power’s FPO Intelligent Power Supplies and Helix Redundant Power Systems. ASSA ABLOY’s acquisition of LifeSafety Power in September expanded the company’s offering of smart integrated access control power solutions for OEMs, integrators and end-users. Other ASSA ABLOY power supply products include Securitron AQ Series Switching Power Supplies, and eco-friendly, linear, plug-in and solar power supplies, as well as Power over Ethernet (PoE). Access control is crucial to security and life safety, says Corbin. And without power, any protective system is useless. When the right power supplies are installed correctly, the system will have built-in backup power that will be triggered during an outage. Dependable power supplies, with regularly replaced and appropriately sized backup batteries, are critical to keeping occupants safe in an emergency event. Other ASSA ABLOY power supply products include Securitron AQ Series Switching Power Supplies Periodic testing of the battery When it comes to extreme weather conditions, the result of a power outage can lead to hazardous situations for employees, patients, residents and students, he says. Buildings that require power to gain access can leave people stranded outside or locked inside. “When access controls are disabled, intruders can easily enter buildings without notice, affording the opportunity for interruptions to power distribution, water supplies and other necessary public utilities,” says Corbin. Preparation for the next big power outage should include the sizing of power supplies to the system requirement with a reasonable safety factor for foreseeable system expansion and a battery set that is sized for operating the system for a period of time greater than the planned requirement, he says. Using a ‘smart’ power supply provides early warning of an impending failure; and consistent, periodic testing of the battery set keeps the system in peak operating condition. Predictive maintenance of access control Predictive analytics and data harvesting can help with predictive maintenance of access control Redundancy ensures that power remains available in the event of a failure, regardless of whether it is a blackout situation or a failure of the power supply itself, says Corbin. “In critical power installations where redundancy is vital, the system must have a properly sized and maintained backup battery,” says Corbin. “Additionally, further redundancy can be achieved via products like our Helix systems that provide for seamless switching between two different power supplies in the event of an electrical failure of one of the power supplies.” Corbin also notes there is a growing want and need for more data and analytics in the access control field. End users increasingly expect access control systems to be able to integrate with building information systems. Predictive analytics and data harvesting can help with predictive maintenance of access control and building systems. For example, intelligent power supplies can identify problems before they happen – such as performing periodic, automated battery tests and then notifying a central monitoring location and/or a facility manager of a battery that needs replacement. Lock operation can also be monitored on a real-time basis for failure or impending failure of a secured door opening, he says.

Facial recognition has seen huge breakthroughs since the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) first began testing in 2010. Accuracy has seen massive gains, especially from 2013-2018. In the 2018 test, the most accurate algorithm was 20 times more accurate than the 2013 equivalent. Essentially, 95 percent of the matches that failed in 2013 now yield correct results. Compare that to 2010-2013, when the most accurate algorithm reduced its error rate by 30 percent. This reduction in error rates since 2013 is due to wholesale replacement of the old algorithms with new ones based on deep convolutional neural networks — completely revolutionising the technology. Optimal recognition results SAFR says it delivers optimal recognition results with 99.86 percent accuracy in under 100 milliseconds One entrant in the newly energised market is RealNetworks, whose SAFR for Security is an AI-based facial recognition solution for live video that integrates video management system (VMS) solutions. With 24/7 monitoring, SAFR detects and matches millions of faces accurately in real time, enabling teams to manage a watchlist across any number of video feeds. SAFR says it delivers optimal recognition results with 99.86 percent accuracy in under 100 milliseconds, even in real-world conditions where faces are in motion, at different angles, under poor lighting, or partially obscured. SAFR builds on RealNetworks’ 23-year history in video technologies. Launched in July 2018, SAFR — secure, accurate facial recognition — is enabling new applications for security, convenience, and analytics. Create security responses “We seek to be the world’s most trusted facial recognition platform and are delighted to partner with customers in the security industry and elsewhere to shape a more secure, convenient future worldwide,” says Dan Grimm, Vice President of Computer Vision and General Manager of SAFR at RealNetworks. “Security professionals are asked to keep us safe 24/7, monitoring a burgeoning number of cameras, and we help make them more effective.” SAFR targets facial recognition for live video, identifying camera-unaware faces moving in real-world conditions. In the April 2019 NIST results, SAFR tested as the fastest and most compact solution among algorithms with less than 0.022 False Non-Match Rate — 62 percent faster than the average speed, according to the company. SAFR now provides capabilities such as live video overlays alerting security professionals to events in real time, automatic bookmarks with rich metadata for investigative work, and alerts that can be customised to create security responses. SAFR uses one-sixth the compute power of competing facial recognition solutions Facial recognition algorithms Five years ago, facial recognition algorithms would struggle to match forward-facing people from still images, let alone camera-unaware moving faces from live video with variations in rotation and tilt. SAFR says they have achieved a balance of accuracy and performance for live video. A contributor to this accuracy is consistency across a range of skin tones. The algorithm was trained on a highly diverse global set of over 10 million non-simulated real-world faces. SAFR was optimised for speed and can sample a face multiple times during the same period of time as other algorithms, subsequently increasing its accuracy. SAFR achieves the performance through edge processing. Distributed architecture enables efficient bandwidth consumption, reducing the roundtrip latency of facial recognition speed to under 100 milliseconds. The savings lower total cost of ownership (TCO): SAFR uses one-sixth the compute power of competing facial recognition solutions, equating to $500,000 or so in savings on a 250-camera deployment. Integrated experience SAFR also uses off-the-shelf hardware and is optimised to leverage inexpensive GPUs SAFR also uses off-the-shelf hardware and is optimised to leverage inexpensive GPUs. SAFR can be deployed on premises or in the cloud, and supports Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android. When SAFR is paired with a VMS, such as Milestone XProtect or Genetec Security Center, the integrated experience includes 24/7 monitoring to detect and match faces in real-time. Features include live video overlays within the VMS to identify strangers, threats, concerns, unrecognised persons, VIPs, employees, or other tagged individuals in live video. Real-time alerts can be customised for when persons of interest appear on a video camera feed. Additionally, automatic bookmarks with rich metadata make for easier investigative review of security footage. Facial recognition technology is increasingly in demand to improve safety across various industry verticals. Better customer experience Large enterprises with high-visitor flows and heightened security — such as transportation hubs, stadiums, universities, and hospitals — need to know in real time when persons of interest or those on watchlists appear on camera. Sports stadiums could apply facial recognition to deny entry to banned patrons, locate lost children, or recognise VIPs to deliver a better customer experience. Hospitals need access control to restricted areas and pharmaceutical storage closets Hospitals need access control to restricted areas and pharmaceutical storage closets. Airports and transit centres value traffic flows, demographic composition, and dwell times to help improve scheduling. SAFR for Security is available worldwide, and the company partners with VMS providers such as Milestone, Genetec, Digifort, and IPConfigure by Paliton Networks. They are actively working to support additional VMS solutions and have sales teams located in major metropolitan cities around the world. Security professionals “The job of the security professional is critical in today’s world,” says Grimm. “SAFR for Security helps mitigate the challenges of the important work security professionals do to keep us all safe.” In designing and developing SAFR, RealNetworks considered diversity and the uniqueness of each person; Grimm says their massive global training data set is a competitive advantage. SAFR is designed with privacy in mind. All facial images and signatures are AES-256 encrypted in transit or at rest. “SAFR is powerful enterprise-grade software that is continuously improving through innovation and many years of expertise,” says Grimm.

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 levels of security Devices and other access hardware also need high weather resistance, for deployment outdoors In the past, a mechanical locking system was used on all ZMS properties. The association planned a digital upgrade to boost flexibility over their existing mechanical locking. Their principal site at Schwandorf has areas requiring different levels of security. Devices and other access hardware also need high weather resistance, for deployment outdoors. Managers also considered workflow efficiency. They wanted a way to manage access authorisations more flexibly and align security infrastructure with upcoming IT security laws such as NIS2. Digital Access Solutions from ASSA ABLOY The company chose eCLIQ, part of the suite of Digital Access Solutions from ASSA ABLOY. This innovative, programmable key-based solution now equips not only the power plant and headquarters in Schwandorf, but also buildings across eastern Bavaria, including transfer stations, a waste disposal site, a sorting plant in Bodenwöhr, and a sludge drying plant, as well as all technical and commercial offices, gate control systems and local control points. Because eCLIQ offers a broad range of digital cylinders within its single ecosystem, it suits diverse and complex organisations like ZMS. The benefits of programmable key-based digital access These Wall PDs also make it easy to set limited access time windows for fitters or maintenance contractors The digitally networked eCLIQ system allows access rights and security levels to be defined and assigned flexibly and precisely.  A total of 20 Wall Programming Devices (Wall PDs) installed in the head office and branch offices ensure that only authorised employees gain access.  These Wall PDs also make it easy to set limited access time windows for fitters or maintenance contractors. If a key is lost, it can be programmed out immediately to prevent misuse. Standard eCLIQ keys “Now we are going with the times and can conveniently enjoy a wide range of advantages,” says Manuel Emerich, Project Manager at ZMS. “As a critical infrastructure company, we can also react very rapidly and flexibly to future requirements.” The solution offers the advantage that a depleted battery does not render a cylinder useless With eCLIQ, each of ZMS’s approximately 1,000 wireless digital cylinders is powered by a battery inside the keyholder’s personalised key. Standard eCLIQ keys have a battery life of 10 years with typical usage. The solution offers the advantage that a depleted battery does not render a cylinder useless. The key is simply fitted with a spare battery, saving time and effort. Future of evolving physical and cyber-security threats Security is a critical concern at municipal and infrastructure sites: every eCLIQ device offers reliable protection against manipulation and intelligent break-in attempts. Keys are robust, with a waterproof casing, and operate reliably in the most challenging environmental conditions. With eCLIQ, ZMS feel ready to face a future of evolving physical and cyber-security threats. “For us, the introduction of digital locking technology and the ability to respond quickly and specifically to security incidents is a decisive step towards a holistic and future-proof system to defend against cyber–physical threats,” adds Manuel Emerich.

The global energy landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With the increased adoption of renewable energy sources and the drive for a more sustainable future, the demand for efficient energy storage has never been greater. Enter Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)—the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, ensuring stability, resilience, and efficiency in power distribution. Record-breaking growth in storage In 2024, the US battery storage market saw record-breaking growth, with nearly 9.2 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity installed in late November alone, according to figures from S&P Global. But how is this supercharged leap into more stable power distribution fairing on a fundamental level? Despite an estimated capacity increase in the United States of a staggering 89% in 2024, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), there is still more to be done to ensure this rapid rollout of these mainly Lithium-ion battery systems don’t pose a threat to workers, communities and the energy infrastructure. US battery storage market saw record-breaking growth, with nearly 9.2 GW of new capacity The global importance of battery energy storage systems BESS helps to bridge the gap by storing excess energy when supply is high BESS plays a critical role in balancing power supply and demand, especially as more countries transition to renewable energy sources like solar and wind.  Typically, renewable energy sources are inherently intermittent—meaning they don’t produce electricity consistently throughout the day, due to a variety of uncontrollable environmental factors. BESS helps to bridge the gap by storing excess energy when supply is high and distributing it when demand peaks.  While the idea of shoring up the energy infrastructure to greater withstand periods of intense strain is a laudable (and indeed, logical) one, they must ensure that in the haste to erect new BESS sites, they don’t overlook vital safety concerns. How BESS underpins growing support for the electrification In addition to grid stabilisation, BESS is instrumental in enhancing energy reliability. By storing surplus electricity, BESS ensures that power remains available even during blackouts or grid failures. It’s also an important element of reducing carbon emissions, as with stored renewable energy, reliance on fossil fuel-powered plants decreases, leading to a more sustainable energy mix.  Let’s not forget how BESS underpins growing support for the electrification of transportation. As electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction, BESS can facilitate fast-charging infrastructure without overloading the grid. Prominence of BESS installations can mean greater risks Renewable energy producers added 10.5 GWh power to the energy network, according to market intelligence In February 2025 alone, renewable energy producers added 10.5 GWh capacity to the global energy network, according to market intelligence firm Rho Motion’s Battery Energy Stationary Storage Monthly Database. But while BESS sites are a useful way to prevent overloading the world’s power supplies—releasing stored energy at peak times when power generators come under greater strain—they come with challenges.  One of the greatest concerns is thermal runaway, a dangerous chain reaction in which rising temperatures spread from one battery cell to another. Why advanced thermal imaging solutions are essential Without proper monitoring and early detection of potential failures, thermal runaway incidents can easily snowball into devastating fires. These fires spread rapidly, passing from unit to unit, causing sizable financial losses, environmental damage, and, of course, safety hazards—including releasing toxic substances such as hydrogen fluoride gas. Advanced thermal imaging solutions are becoming essential to keep BESS sites safe That’s why advanced thermal imaging solutions are becoming essential to keep BESS sites safe and operational. Fixed thermal cameras with advanced analytics are the go-to solution, as they can trigger alarms and suppression systems when temperatures pass a set threshold.

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 the energy transition. New standard for operational efficiency Deployment of Honeywell’s building automation technologies at the Queen Creek facility Global battery demand is projected to quadruple by 2030 according to Bain, and the deployment of Honeywell’s building automation technologies at the Queen Creek facility will help set a new standard for operational efficiency in high-tech manufacturing environments. This 1.3-million-square-foot standalone facility will integrate a suite of Honeywell technologies to help optimise performance, enhance safety and support sustainability outcomes. Future of automation “By developing and delivering solutions that blend cutting-edge technology and energy management, we are driving the future of automation," said Billal Hammoud, president and CEO of Honeywell Building Automation. "Honeywell’s collaboration with LG Energy Solution demonstrates how advanced building automation can help empower companies to achieve operational excellence in their facilities while also accelerating the shift to a more secure energy future.” Honeywell’s innovative solutions Honeywell’s innovative solutions will provide the Queen Creek facility with the following: Unified Systems Integration: Honeywell’s Enterprise Buildings Integrator platform will help enable seamless control of building management and safety systems via integration into Honeywell Forge, which provides advanced monitoring and analytics. Honeywell Forge, an IoT platform, enables condition-based maintenance to improve the resiliency of critical systems around the clock, helping to reduce unplanned reactive work and help lower energy costs. Its machine learning capabilities will continuously study a building's energy consumption patterns, which will enable LG Energy Solution to automatically adjust the facility to optimal energy-saving settings. Comprehensive Fire and Safety Solutions: Honeywell’s VESDA smoke detection and advanced self-testing fire alarm system offers automated and continuous air sampling enabling early warning of an impending fire hazard, often even before heavy smoke or flames are detected. VESDA and the networked fire alarm solution will be integrated into the facility’s building management system to allow coordinated and near-instant responses from the HVAC system if smoke is detected. Mission Critical Control and Advanced Cybersecurity: The QronoX Programmable Logic Controller will enable LG Energy Solution to enhance operational performance and resilience by providing advanced cybersecurity for its facility. The Honeywell technology will also help ensure asset security and compliance while reducing downtime for critical systems. Honeywell’s scalable solutions are designed to support the future expansion of the project as well, reinforcing its role as a key collaborator in this transformative industrial sector.

Founded in 2020 by a team of energy professionals in Milan, Sunprime is a fast-growing independent renewable energy producer that develops sustainable photovoltaic plants across Italy. Their focus is mainly commercial and industrial (C&I) segment, ground-mounted systems on industrial land and industrial electricity storage systems. Challenges With global initiatives toward green sustainability and carbon neutrality, the demand for photovoltaic power generation construction is growing rapidly.  Sunprime's project pipeline currently consists of several projects, many of which are located in very remote and often unattended areas (e.g., Maleo, Lodi Province), making it vulnerable to thieves that steal valuable cables and panels. Securing the vast area of photovoltaic plants requires a comprehensive surveillance system that can monitor the site at all times.  Solution Dahua and Sunprime enabled the project team to come up with an effective design The technical and commercial partnership between Dahua and Sunprime enabled the project team to come up with an effective design, implement cutting-edge technologies and pay great attention to the positioning of the cameras. In order to safeguard one of the client’s solar power plants covering approximately 70,000 m2, more than 1,500 hybrid cameras (thermal cameras + traditional cameras) equipped with AI algorithms were deployed around the area, actively monitoring for potential intrusion 24/7. These state-of-the-art Dahua products can stably operate even under harsh weather conditions, making them ideal for outdoor applications. They are equipped with advanced AI algorithms capable of generating accurate alarms while filtering out false positives, which makes monitoring more efficient and more convenient for the client. Dahua AirShield wireless alarm system In addition, through fibre optics, the video steam from the cameras are sent to the technical rooms in the solar park via Dahua’s industrial switches. The signals are then managed by another row of switches and finally transmitted to high-resolution recorders. The Dahua AirShield wireless alarm system was also installed in each technical room in the park, providing another level of protection for the central equipment. What’s more, all the systems of Sunprime’s solar parks are now centralised through local routers thanks to the Dahua DSS management software installed in the surveillance operations centre. Results Dahua has assisted Sunprime from pre-sale stage to the implementation of the products Sunprime’s solar power plant has witnessed how Dahua’s thermal perimeter protection solution can be utilised to safeguard its property and assets located in remote and secluded areas. In addition to early business communication, Dahua has assisted Sunprime from pre-sale stage to the implementation of the products, with plans and designs based on the actual needs of the customer. The high-quality service offered by Dahua has gained praised from the client. Dahua secured new projects “The implementation of this type of systems was made possible thanks to the support of the Dahua projects department, which assisted us from the pre-sale stage up to the implementation of the products,” says Mr. Michele Vianello, Asset Manager at Sunprime. “I take this opportunity to once again thank them for their support throughout the entire project,” he added. After the successful completion of this project on the first site, Dahua has secured new projects for another 80 sites with approximately 20 thermal imaging cameras for each site, generating a total supply of 1,600 thermal imaging cameras.

With a stock of over 13,000 apartments and an ambitious new residential development programme, GWW has been helping to make Wiesbaden affordable for a broad range of population groups over more than 70 years. Digital access is helping them meet the needs of the future with confidence and flexibility. Being the city’s largest provider of housing goes hand in hand with an aspiration to make a measurable contribution to living together in an urban environment. GWW’s corporate culture Social involvement is an integral part of GWW’s corporate culture and for its 200 employees Social, voluntary and civic involvement is an integral part of GWW’s corporate culture and for its 200 employees. To date, multiple projects have been initiated, supported and promoted, focusing on integration, participation and prevention, as well as various dimensions of sustainability.  When digitalising access for their multi-residential housing sites, they sought an easy-to-install solution with devices that work wirelessly and without batteries. Broad range of devices To simplify specification and procurement, they searched for a manufacturer able to offer a broad range of devices to protect the entrances, communal and technical doors of all residential buildings.  And of course, for maximum user convenience and inclusivity, door devices must be easy to operate for all age groups. Manage a multi-residential property from anywhere The reliable solution is characterised by a robust, compact build with durable and secure components GWW chose ASSA ABLOY and its eCLIQ electronic locking system, which offers modern management and full flexibility. The reliable solution is characterised by a robust, compact build with durable and secure components.  For users, it’s familiar — working just like a traditional lock and key. All eCLIQ cylinders are wireless and battery-free. Power is supplied by the battery in the key. Thus, doors with CLIQ® cylinders can always unlock without their own power supply.  eCLIQ Connect key  Another major factor in GWW’s choice was that authorisations can be set and changed flexibly in the CLIQ Web Manager, accessible from anywhere with an internet connection. Lost keys can be deactivated immediately. Time and room restrictions can also be defined, to grant cleaning staff access at specific times, for example.  GWW issues different eCLIQ keys depending on user requirements. For example, the eCLIQ Connect key can receive new access authorisations remotely and at short notice: the keyholder simply updates their own key by making a Bluetooth connection between it and their Connect mobile app. Residential housing management Greater efficiency helps multi-residence providers to improve their service and boost resident satisfaction In many multi-residential and ‘multi-family’ housing developments across Europe, digital management is already streamlining daily operations. Greater efficiency helps multi-residence providers to improve their service and boost resident satisfaction.  Digital access becomes a seamless experience for the resident and a reputation enhancer for the housing provider. It delivers both parties a concrete ROI. Digital access system With a digital system, managing service providers is also simpler. Each one can carry access credentials that fit their precise time-period and location requirements.  For example, cleaners may be admitted five mornings a week. Their programmable credentials only unlock site doors during this window. Permissions automatically expire after an agreed period, saving building managers time and hassle.

Established in May 1999, this state-owned electric power transmission company operates under the Gujarat Electricity Industry Act, of 2003. It ensures a reliable power supply across Gujarat through an extensive network of high-voltage transmission lines and substations. Emphasising advanced technologies and innovative practices enhances grid stability and performance. With a focus on sustainable development and renewable energy integration, it supports Gujarat's economic growth by providing a resilient power transmission framework, playing a crucial role in the state's energy landscape.  Business scenario The absence of a video surveillance monitoring system presented significant security challenges for the power transmission company. With over 60,000 km of transmission lines and 500 substations, the lack of continuous monitoring and recording left the infrastructure vulnerable to theft, equipment tampering, and unauthorised access. Manual inspections were time-consuming and insufficient for real-time threat detection, leading to frequent operational disruptions and increased maintenance costs. Without a proper video surveillance monitoring system, the ability to respond swiftly to emergencies was compromised, jeopardising the safety of the state's power transmission network.  Challenges faced The power plants and substations in the power transmission company had critical infrastructure components that were vulnerable to security threats like vandalism, tampering, and theft.   Susceptibility to EMI/EMC Issues  They needed a video surveillance monitoring system that could comply with EMI/EMC standards Operations in the power plant are susceptible to Electromagnetic interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) issues, which can pose safety risks. They needed a video surveillance monitoring system that could comply with EMI/EMC standards to ensure reliable operation.  Harsh Environmental Conditions  Being in remote areas, power plants and substations often face harsh weather conditions, necessitating weatherproof network cameras to ensure continuous and reliable surveillance.  Workplace Safety and Occupational Health  The impact of workplace accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses on employee health, productivity, and morale was significant due to inadequate surveillance coverage. They needed a video surveillance monitoring system with incident reporting capabilities to enhance workplace safety, prevent accidents, and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.  Data Protection Compliance  They required a video surveillance monitoring system that could comply with data protection regulations governing the collection, storage, and sharing of surveillance footage to safeguard sensitive information and ensure regulatory compliance.  Inefficient Manual Inspections  Relying solely on manual inspections for monitoring proved inefficient and prone to oversight Relying solely on manual inspections for monitoring proved inefficient and prone to oversight. This delay in identifying issues led to extended downtime and potentially escalating problems, compromising overall operational efficiency.  Slower Emergency Response  In the event of an emergency, such as equipment failure or natural disaster, the lack of real-time surveillance delayed response times, increasing the risk of prolonged outages and damage, which could have been mitigated with a more responsive video surveillance monitoring system.  Matrix solution To enhance security across 500 substations, Matrix Network Cameras and Network Video Recorders (NVRs) were strategically deployed to ensure comprehensive surveillance. Each substation was equipped with a Matrix 2MP PTZ Camera, strategically positioned to detect threats from a distance. These cameras provided enhanced perimeter security by offering high-resolution zoom capabilities and 360-degree coverage, allowing for the identification and tracking of potential intruders.  Bullet Network Cameras Three to four Bullet Network Cameras were installed both inside the substations and around the periphery. These cameras ensured thorough surveillance coverage by capturing high-definition video of key areas, including entrances, exits, and critical infrastructure components.  NVRs The NVRs were connected to TV screens in the control rooms, enabling security personnel to monitor live feeds Each substation was equipped with an NVR to record and store the feeds from the network cameras. These NVRs were configured to provide continuous recording, ensuring that all activities were documented.  The NVRs were connected to TV screens in the control rooms, enabling security personnel to monitor live feeds and review recorded footage. Security personnel could access and review recordings locally on individual stations using the device client installed on the NVR. This allowed for quick retrieval of footage in case of incidents or investigations.  Video surveillance monitoring system The video surveillance monitoring system was enhanced with basic Intelligent Video Analytics features, such as tripwire detection, motion detection, and intrusion detection. These features automatically analyse video feeds to identify and alert suspicious activities.  Video pop-up notifications were configured to alert security personnel in real time. When an IVA event was triggered, such as an unauthorised entry or unusual movement, a notification would appear on the monitoring screens, prompting immediate attention and response.  Products offered SATATYA PZCR20ML33CWP P2 (36 Nos.)  2MP IP PTZ Camera with 33x Zoom   SATATYA CIBR20FL36CWS P2 (2682 Nos.)  2MP IR Bullet Fixed 3.6mm Lens SATATYA NVR1602X P2 (33 Nos.)  16 Channel NVR with 2 SATA Ports  SATATYA NVR0801X P2 (487 Nos.)  8 Channel NVR with 1 SATA Port  Benefits Matrix Network Cameras adhere to OWASP ASVS 4.0 L2 data protection norms Continuous 24/7 surveillance with Matrix Network Cameras and NVRs reduced risks of theft, tampering, and vandalism. Real-time alerts and video pop-up notifications ensured prompt response to potential threats. Matrix video surveillance monitoring system complies with EMI/EMC standards, ensuring safe and reliable operations in power plants. Matrix Network Cameras adhere to OWASP ASVS 4.0 L2 data protection norms, safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring legal compliance.  Adaptive Streaming and SATATYA SIGHT Matrix Network Cameras have an Adaptive Streaming feature. This allows recording at a higher bitrate during activity periods and a lower bitrate during no-activity periods. This aided in saving on storage space. Matrix NVRs have the mobile app - SATATYA SIGHT, which allows users to monitor network cameras from any location, at any time.

Since they were invented, video surveillance cameras have been used mostly for security applications. However, the advent of video analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) has paved the way for use of video data in a variety of other applications, from process control to measuring occupancy to analysing customer traffic trends. The ‘data’ aspects of ‘video data’ are feeding many new applications that no longer involve operators looking at video images on a screen. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: How can video data be leveraged in an enterprise beyond security?

Security systems are vital to any company. Nowadays, however, they can also provide additional benefits to any enterprise beyond protecting people, assets and facilities. Specifically, systems that were previously focused on security can now be leveraged in new ways to benefit the broader enterprise. When this happens, the security department transitions from a ‘cost centre’ to a repository of data that can benefit the whole company, and even contribute to the bottom line. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: How can ‘security’ systems benefit the larger mission of an enterprise?

The topic of video analytics has been talked and written about for decades, and yet is still one of the cutting-edge themes in the physical security industry. Some say yesterday’s analytics systems tended to overpromise and underdeliver, and there are still some skeptics. However, newer technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) are reinvigorating the sector and enabling it to finally live up to its promise. We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable: What new technologies and trends will shape video analytics in 2021?