Category: Case Study

Images captured by Wisenet XNP6040H PTZ domes manufactured by Hanwha Techwin are being streamed to a Network Rail control room, enabling operators to monitor the progress of work being carried out at various locations …

Along the reservoir, cameras are required to give 24 hours non-stop surveillance service to ensure the safety of the ecological environment. LonTrend LTEV10 participates in this mission by providing extra special features to upgrade the cameras. LonTrend LTEV10 is designed to protect cameras from the effect of extreme low ambient temperature. It can withstand the large temperature difference from -70°C to 50°C. Thanks to this feature, as well as IP68 and IK10 protection level, LTEV10 is suitable for outdoor application such as lakeside, mountain and snowfield etc. In addition, equipped with defogging heater and blower, LTEV10 is well qualified for foggy installation site. Even in the darkness, with the help of LTEV10 built-in IR 120m, 850nm wavelength, cameras can depict the image clearly under all kinds of weather conditions. At last, when it comes to the appearance, LTEV10 features white polyester powder coat with diecast aluminum material, its beauty is second to none. Specialized in industrial precision, Lontrend Corporation succeeds its culture and mission – anticipating and exceeding customers’ expectations, is leading the way in die-cast security devices with cutting edge innovations, superior performance and the broadest selection.

SightLogix smart thermal cameras are being used to secure water utilities globally against unauthorized intrusions and potential sabotage. These sites select the SightLogix system for its ability to detect intruders over large outdoor areas with great accuracy and low costs, enabling the rapid, reliable, early-detection system that water utilities require. “Water is one of our most precious resources,” said John Romanowich, President and CEO of SightLogix, “Safeguarding these sites from attacks is essential for protecting public health and security.” According to the US Department of Homeland Security, more than 75% of the US population receives drinking water or has sanitary sewerage treated by the wastewater system. SightSensors offer a sound and effective security best practice to help water utilities reduce vulnerabilities and manage risk. In a typical application, anywhere from five to twenty-five thermal SightSensors with integrated video analytics are positioned along the expansive water treatment perimeters, often paired with a SightTracker PTZ controller. When an intruder enters a secured area or even approaches a fence line, the SightSensor detects the breach, auto-steers a PTZ onto the source of the event and sends an alarm with video to security operators. Guards view the video in real time and make fast decisions to stop intruders before they can cause harm. Because the SightLogix system protects large perimeters with minimal nuisance alerts, the water utilities can create a blanket of awareness around their entire site with fewer cameras and greatly reduced infrastructure when compared to alternatives, making the SightLogix system not only a reliable security solution but an affordable one as well. Water utilities report additional benefits of the SightLogix system. For example, many water treatment plants are in residential areas where lighting is either not allowed or desired, making thermal cameras, which operate in complete darkness, a good choice. During working hours, these sites use SightSensor geo-spatial video analytic detection rules to help operators observe and analyze pedestrian and vehicular traffic, making them an excellent 24-hour solution. They are also a good tool to protect internal assets where physical or man-made boundaries would be costly and likely impede the flow of business operations. For these situations, customers are using thermal video to create a surveillance ‘buffer zone’ around areas of special concern to detect access based on time of day or other criteria, mitigating possible sabotage or theft from insiders.

Fermax has offered an ideal, cost effective solution to allow installation partners to complete a successful upgrade of a large apartment complex in Nottingham. Working with its approved partner FSE Security systems and involving over 90 apartments at Marina Park Nottingham, the challenge was to upgrade an old third-party audio only system to a modern audio-video system with the minimum of disturbance to residents and without incurring excessive high cost. By using the Fermax 2 Wire Duox system with SKYLINE surface mounted panels and VEO-XS flat screen hands free video monitors, the installation was completed using existing cables throughout, achieving major reductions in time and material cost.   upgrade to the new Fermax VEO-XS monitor using innovative 2 wire DUOX technology offering the high-quality performance of a purely digital system. As well as its modern, slimline design the VEO XS hands-free monitor offers the added benefit of image storage and retrieval using the PHOTOCALLER function, enabling residents to view images of visitors and callers to their apartment whilst they were not at home.

FLIR Systems, Inc. has been awarded a contract from the United States (U.S.) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in support of the U.S. Coast Guard’s (USCG) Second Generation Automatic Identification System (AIS2) program. The indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract has a ceiling value of $9.9 million to provide second generation automatic identification system (AIS) transponders, associated peripherals, and spare parts for nearly 1,774 boats and 282 cutters in the USCG’s active fleet. The government anticipates the purchase of vessel class-specific kits and spare parts to equip all USCG vessels with AIS-2 over the next five years. “We are pleased to provide AIS hardware and software technology to US Coast Guard Contract Awarded With Value of $9.9M to Support Encrypted Automatic Identification Systems support the US Coast Guard’s mission,” said Jim Cannon, President and CEO at FLIR, “Our technology will provide enhanced levels of secure communication and coordination between Coast Guard boats, cutters, and shore stations. This award further extends our technology partnership with the Coast Guard, providing next-generation communication capabilities to complement their Raymarine SINS-2 navigation systems.” The contract will be managed and executed by the FLIR commercial business unit in the Nashua, New Hampshire facility.

Voice Norge AS selected !D Cloud, Nedap’s leading RFID software platform, for the RFID roll-out to their 200 stores in Norway. The roll-out, which was completed within 6 months, is the largest RFID deployment in the Nordic retail market to date. Johnny Ottesen, CEO at Voice, commented, “We realized that we needed to significantly raise our stock accuracy to improve our on-shelf product availability and enable true omnichannel. In !D Cloud, we found the best solution, because it is scalable, easy to use and easy to integrate with our Infor M3 ERP-software, which enables a fast large-scale deployment.” The full roll-out was preceded by a pre-rollout in four stores, resulting in 98+% stock accuracy, which led to a better product availability and an increase in sales. Based on these results, Voice decided to roll out the !D Cloud solution to their 200 stores in the Voice chain, which includes the Match, VIC and Boys of Europe stores. “We are proud that our !D Cloud software was selected by Voice, which is the largest RFID deployment in the Nordics to date. It is really exciting to support retailers in solving their stock accuracy challenge. From now on, Voice can offer omnichannel services like click and collect, and redesign the customer journey,” explained Mark Kasbergen, Global Business Developer at Nedap Retail.

Located one hour outside of London, the borough of Runnymede is a local government district with over 80,000 residents in the county of Surrey. It is one of the most prosperous parts of the London commuter belt and home to some of the UK’s most expensive real estate. In order to enhance public safety, the borough council contracted service provider Safer Runnymede. Working with Nottinghamshire based systems integrator Central Security Systems, the experts installed a platform combining public safety technology with personal safety services such as care solutions for the elderly. Today, Safer Runnymede coordinates all connected solutions in a control room in the town of Addlestone, where a staff of three operators monitor security feeds from over 500 security cameras deployed around various boroughs within Surrey. Next to public streets in the area, the flexible system also monitors schools, hospitals and other public buildings around the clock. Every year, the team responds to 20,000 incidents from cameras, and the video security system has proven an asset in monitoring traffic, preventing crime, as well as providing evidence and following suspects after incidents. But achieving this level of integration was a challenge. Initially, the video security system consisted of hardware from several different manufacturers including Bosch – making updates or replacements a timeconsuming process – that was networked on a Bosch video recording management (VRM) solution. Looking for a future-proof and scalable system built on an integrated software platform, the officials in Runnymede tasked Bosch to design a fully IP-based security camera architecture. Since the Safer Runnymede system already included a Bosch monitor wall plus encoders, cameras, VRM and storage devices, system integrators could leverage the initial investment into a full suite of Bosch solutions. The system now combines new high-resolution AUTODOME IP 4000, AUTODOME IP 7000, MIC IP 7000 moving cameras, and FLEXIDOME IP 7000 fixed cameras, plus older Bosch and third-party analog cameras paired with encoders, decoders, and DIVAR IP 3000, 5000, 6000, and 7000 recorders. Connecting these solutions via the Bosch video management system (BVMS) allowed Runnymede to become one of the first councils to invest in a fully IP-based infrastructure. As a result, Safer Runnymede has benefited from superior image quality delivered by the added network video security cameras, without the need of replacing the complete existing analogue video security infrastructure; all in a resilient and easily expandable sys tem at a reduced total cost of ownership (TCO). What’s more, the customer has used the flexibility of Bosch solutions in a deployable video surveillance camera at remote locations. Installed in a custom-built enclosure provided by Central Security Systems, it streams video data from an AUTODOME IP 4000 camera via 4G and sends alerts via SMS to the control room upon detecting activity such as illegal waste dumping. Migrating from a fragmented, analog system to an integrated IP network managed via BVMS (Bosch video management system) has proven a forwardfacing decision. “The flexible system design and management has provided an integrated approach to our business delivery, allowing us to make better operational decisions and become more dynamic and competitive in the video surveillance marketplace,” says Les Bygrave at Safer Runnymede.  

Smiths Detection has won a competitive bid from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to supply their CTX 9800 explosives detection system to Indianapolis International Airport. The new CTX 9800 systems are the latest generation of CT scanners, helping to advance Indianapolis International’s security screening capabilities. The CTX 9800 is a computed tomography (CT) explosives detection system. It has customized networking solutions, an intuitive user interface, efficient power consumption, and high-resolution 3D imaging capabilities. Certified by several regulatory authorities including the TSA, the CTX 9800 is also approved by the European Civil Aviation Conference as meeting Standard 3 requirements. Shan Hood, President of Smiths Detection Inc. said, “Smiths Detection is committed to providing the latest in detection technology, helping airports, like Indianapolis, to take advantage of cutting-edge solutions which enhance the passenger experience. The TSA’s selection of the CTX 9800 system for Indianapolis International Airport is a testament to Smiths Detection’s position as a global leader in the use of computed tomography, and our long history of partnering with airports and authorities to help keep the traveling public moving safely and efficiently.”

Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups with operations in Europe and North America selected and incorporated HID’s mobile solution for secure access to its new office complex in Warsaw. Powered by Seos®, HID Mobile Access® improves the user experience and increases security throughout the entire building – from the parking lot and elevators to areas with limited access to the public. Located at 173 Solidarności Avenue in Warsaw, the new Spark office complex is not only the new headquarters of Skanska, but a large part of the 70,000 square-meter office building has also been set aside for other tenants. Because the building is intended to be a mixedtenant space, it was crucial to restrict access to secure areas from unauthorized visitors. The Spark building was designed to enable mobile access so that employees can now use their smartphones to open doors and enter secure areas. Skanska, with help from system integrator Sharry Europe, created a new system for building occupants that integrates numerous building applications including HID Mobile Access. As a result, all building applications have been incorporated into an integrated mobile app, which marked an advancement in creating a more streamlined and convenient experience for the users. Both Spark building employees and their guests can now move throughout the building with nothing more than a smartphone, without the risk of them gaining access to restricted areas – unless the proper access rights are granted. When users arrive at the door, they simply tap their iOS and Android™ devices to an iCLASS SE® reader using NearField Communications (NFC) or Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and HID’s ‘twist and go’ feature to gain access from a distance. Any changes to the user’s access rights are remotely managed by the administrator through a cloudbased portal. “HID Mobile Access enhances the security for accessing our entire building. In one application, we have integrated all building applications such as parking, virtual reception and other Internet of Things functionality, bringing the whole user experience to a new level,” said Renata Nowakowska, Innovation Manager at Skanska. “One of the most pressing objectives for facility managers in smart buildings is to crack the code on how to enable as many building applications and services on mobile devices as possible in order to simplify how occupants move through a facility and interact with building services,” said Hilding Arrehed, Vice President of Cloud Services, Physical Access Control, HID Global, “Skanska’s integration of HID Mobile Access into their mobile platform is a perfect example of how organizations are leveraging the power of mobile credentials and the cloud to realize the full potential of creating a connected and more intuitive experience for their users, while increasing security at the same time.”

Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) is a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL) which is the largest coal producer in the world. It is a Miniratna company with its coalfields located in Ramgarh district of Jharkhand.   With a revenue of US$13 million (FY 2014-15), Coal India Limited (CIL) contributes about 84% of the coal production in India, and is owned and controlled by the Ministry of Coal, India. Subsidiaries of CIL include Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL). CP PLUS was tasked for securing the Central Coalfields Limited. Coalfields usually run into kilometers and monitoring such vast stretches of land physically is hardly effective. In the case of Central Coalfields Limited, besides monitoring the vast expanse of fields, theft of coal from heaps and railway sidings that were collected just after mining, trespassing/ intrusion of unauthorized persons at the site, vigilance at the time of dispatch of sidings, and monitoring of workers were also huge challenges. Solution The CCL management was clear about what they expected from the CCTV system. Besides round the clock vigilance within the premises, they required full optimization of cameras with a recording of 24 hours since the coalfields were in use 24/7, and video analytics for when there was no manned monitoring. After careful evaluation of the premise and consideration of the needs and requirements, a complete solution was designed. This included a combination of CP PLUS 2MP motorized zoom and PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras complete with CP PLUS NVRs for 24 hour recording, and advanced edge analytics such as intrusion detection, trip wire, and motion detection integrated with audio and alarm systems. Furthermore, it was ensured that the solution provided is scalable and can be easily upgraded as and when required. The region being a remote area of Jharkhand, system integrators faced resistance from the locals as well. However, with the assistance and support of the CCL authorities and the CISF personnel arranged by them, the installation was successfully completed. Impact The project was successfully implemented as per the client’s requirement. The solution provides the administration with a ready access to all sections of expanse at a click of the mouse. It also enhanced the overall safety and operational efficiency. The authorities were very satisfied with the results. They are now able to monitor the entire premise from one location, and send officials to inspect only when they would find something suspicious. Further, with the integrated advanced edge analytics, they are able to keep a vigil on the premise even when there is no one to monitor at the main station. “As an SI we feel privileged that Coal India Ltd. chose us to serve them and that we were able to meet their requirements and provide them satisfaction,” said Vasu Garg, GM, Smart Monitoring Innovations Private Limited.