Category: Case Study

The Hikvision integrator Off Grid Surveillance Platforms (OGSP) installed the security system provided by Hikvision USA Inc., one of the top providers of artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics and other emerging technologies, and the leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, to secure a building during the remodelling process for Ajax Hyundai in Ontario, Canada. Ajax Hyundai in Ontario, a part of the Drive Auto Group in Canada, had plans to renovate a building down the street from its original location and rebrand the dealership. In the process of reconstruction, walls were opened and wires were cut, and the building lost electricity. While under construction, the building housed new unsold vehicles and expensive construction equipment. The renovation process left the interior contents of the dealership vulnerable to theft during the construction process. As a result, Ajax Hyundai needed a surveillance solution that could function independently from the electric grid. “We have a long working relationship with OGSP, so when we required surveillance during construction, we knew exactly who to call,” said Sean Harris, General Manager for Ajax Hyundai, “I have four Hikvision dome cameras installed at my home which are paired with Hikvision DVRs, so I’m familiar with the video quality of Hikvision surveillance systems. It’s the unique installation from OGSP that left many of our employees astounded by the engineering feat.” This type of installation is OGSP’s expertise – surveillance systems that operate off the electrical grid using the sun to power video surveillance and live monitoring equipment. “There is a big issue in Canada with people trying to steal cable at construction sites and hydro installations, and people will harm themselves because there are live wires. To counter this problem, preventing injuries and even deaths and reduc ing construction site theft, I devised a more diverse system providing greater power with reliable, real-time monitoring, via third parties and superior area coverage,” said Jeff Mcilveen, Owner of OGSP. Requirement Mobile surveillance system with panoramic coverage The building was open for business during the interior renovation, so Ajax Hyundai needed a surveillance system to function as a theft deterrent as well as monitor employee safety and protect equipment and vehicles. “It was important for us to have a panoramic view of the entire building and surrounding areas,” said Harris, “The off grid surveillance platform placed the Hikvision PTZ security cameras more than 24 feet in the air, so it can capture details from many blocks away. The platform looks very ‘official,’ and therefore serves as an effective theft deterrent.” “The surveillance system had to generate enough solar power to operate around the clock, using stored battery power for overnight use, with a generator as a backup power source,” said Mr. Mcilveen, “Hikvision’s high resolution and PTZ features provided the dealership with live viewing and recorded video in case of an incident.” The assistant service manager checks the cameras every morning when he gets in, and uses Hikvision’s iVMS-4200 app to check in remotely. Staff can review recorded footage, and by using motion-activated lights, they can determine if an event warrants further investigation. Solution Solar-powered surveillance equipped with Hikvision PTZ security cameras and a Hikvision NVR Off Grid Surveillance Platforms recommended and installed four Hikvision DS-2DE4A220IWAE 2MP network PTZ dome camera with 20 times optical zoom, IR range 150 meters (~490 feet), IP66 rating and IK10 vandal protection. The PTZ cameras were installed at the top of a 24-foot base, with one camera facing each of the four corners. “I installed Hikvision PTZ cameras to ensure they were located in the center of a circle, to provide 360-degree coverage and full visibility,” said Mr. Mcilveen, “The compact size of Hikvision cameras helps, and I installed the cameras to be stationary and stable even with wind resistance, offering as much coverage as possible while being able to capture details such as license plates.” Hikvision cameras offer performance with compact size and weight, to balance the design. OGSP also installed a Hikvision DS-7604NI-E1 embedded plug & play NVR inside of the trailers with a capacity of 3 TB to store up to one month of video recordings. Results Panoramic surveillance and heightened security for building renovation “Hikvision camera resolution is phenomenal, and it is easy to check on our cameras using Hikvision’s iVMS-4200 app,” commented Mr. Harris, “Our staff was pretty impressed with the unique OGSP configuration and kept saying ‘wow, you’ve got to see this thing.” Mr. Mcilveen added that weather posed a big challenge, with the Ontario area receiving lots of snowfall and temperatures routinely dropping as low as -20 degrees Celsius (-4 degrees Fahrenheit). “I had to determine how much power the system would need, estimating downtime for winter weather, and snow on solar panels. I visited the site every few days to remove snow from the panels,” said Mr. Mcilveen, “The Hikvision PTZ cameras are weatherproof and functioned perfectly in temperatures down to -30 degrees Celsius.” Hikvision PTZ cameras offer the best details to get results, because they can be adjusted and zoom in with astonishing detail. The OGSP installation provided 360-degree, panoramic surveillance that doubled as a theft deterrent, while giving the dealership the flexibility to zoom in for further detail, scan recorded video for footage, and check in remotely from Hikvision’s iVMS app via a smartphone or tablet. The system can also be live monitored by central stations 24/7 if required, trespassers can be requested to leave via active bullhorns, and police dispatch can be immediate. Conclusion “Hikvision technology offers cost effective solutions that deliver the best image and video quality on the market. The diverse features and quality of the cameras is unmatched,” concluded Mr. Harris.

The solution is intended to increase the efficiency of port logistics by connecting the Bosch platform to the slot booking procedure of the Hamburg container terminal. In future, instead of clogging up the streets, trucks that are waiting for customs clearance at the terminals can park at Cruise Gate. In this way, the parking facilities available in the port will be increased in an intelligent way. The parking area is access-restricted and video-monitored, and provides drivers with an impressive panorama of the Port of Hamburg. Sanitary facilities are also available. Intelligent use of existing parking spaces Bosch Secure Truck Parking at the ‘Cruise Center Steinwerder’ cruise terminal relieves traffic on Hafenstraße and preserves resources. Jan-Philipp Weers, Head of Bosch Secure Truck Parking, commented, “Together with Cruise Gate Hamburg and Logistik-Initiative Hamburg, we are creating the conditions for economical and environmentally-friendly parking management to work. The existing parking space is used efficiently. The parking space search is no longer necessary due to the Internet reservation. This reduces emissions, prevents random parking and makes truckers’ lives less stressful. We are very proud to be making an important contribuBosch Secure Truck Parking Creates Space for Trucks New Parking Facilities in the Port of Hamburg tion to road safety here in Hamburg.” Sacha Rougier, Managing Director of Cruise Gate Hamburg, describes the new service, “Cruise Gate Hamburg is continuously searching for solutions to optimally utilize the parking spaces, also on days when no cruise ships are docked. We are delighted that we have found a partner in Bosch Secure Truck Parking with which we can improve the difficult parking situation for truckers in the port area and surrounding truck stops. The fact that you can reliably make a booking and the high standards of security are a big plus for truck drivers.” Hans Stapelfeldt, ITS Network Manager at Logistik-Initiative Hamburg, also believes that the future collaboration will be of great benefit. He said, “I am delighted that no green areas have to be sealed over to create new parking facilities; existing areas, which otherwise remain unused on days when there are no cruise ship dockings, are being used in an intelligent way.” Smarter parking: faster, easier and secure Around 14,000 more parking spaces are needed for trucks in Germany. The shortage often has farreaching consequences: accidents, increased fuel consumption and cargo theft. To make truck parking faster, easier and secure, Bosch provides a service that allows truckers to reserve parking spaces at truck stops and company premises throughout Europe.

March Networks®, a global provider of intelligent video solutions, has recently introduced its leading transit video recording and management offering to the European passenger rail and bus fleet markets. The end-to-end solution helps transit agencies improve security and incident investigation using integrated high-definition (HD) surveillance video coupled with advanced vehicle metadata searching. It dramatically reduces the time required to prepare and defend cases, and is currently deployed in more than 33,000 trains, subways and buses, as well as hundreds of wayside locations, across North America. The solution starts with purposebuilt March Networks RideSafe™ RT series IP recorders for passenger rail cars, and RideSafe MT series IP recorders for buses. The RideSafe RT series recorders are available in two 20-channel models, including one with eight Power-overEthernet (PoE) ports for rail cars requiring integrated camera power. The compact RideSafe MT series recorders for buses include 4, 6 and 8-channel mod els and support PoE. All of the recorders capture sharp megapixel video at a full 25/ 30fps per channel, and support automated video downloading over WiFi, GSM, LTE, 4G and 5G wireless networks to save operators time and keep vehicles in service longer. The RideSafe video recorders complement March Networks’ complete video offering for mobile and wayside applications, which also includes ruggedized mobile IP cameras, user-friendly Command for Transit client software, and IP and hybrid video recorders for use in stations, park-and-rides and other transit facilities. All of the products integrate seamlessly and can be centrally managed with powerful March Networks Command™ Enterprise video management software. Incident search Continuing March Networks’ commitment to video solutions that enable better operational intelligence and risk mitigation, the RideSafe recording platform delivers innovative search and investigation capabilities through integration with leading vehicle systems including global positioning systems (GPS), train control and management systems (TCMS), passenger information systems (PIS), computer aided dispatch (CAD), and automated vehicle location (AVL). Virtually any video and data evidence captured by the March Networks system can be a selection point for investigation. The integrated video and data enables operators to search for recorded events such as emergency brake activation, speed, location and driver-tagged incidents, and review these incidents along with the associated video. It allows transit operators to investigate complaints, liability claims and other events quickly and cost-effectively, and resolve disputes with the help of compelling video evidence. Operators can also use the investigation tool to proactively identify and address potential issues such as a malfunctioning door before an incident occurs. High reliability In addition, the RideSafe video platform is engineered for reliable operation in demanding transit environments, incorporating features such as an embedded Linux OS, solid state drives, front panel diagnostic LEDs, and real-time system health monitoring. It is also compliant with multiple environmental, electromagnetic (EMC), shock/ vibration and fire safety regulatory standards including EN50155, E-Mark, CE and EN45545. “March Networks has spent more than a decade designing and delivering high performance, highly reliable video systems to some of the world’s largest rail and transit operators,” said Matt Leyes, March Networks’ Vice President of European Sales, “We are already seeing early success with this expanded transit portfolio for Europe, and we look forward to demonstrating the advanced integration, investigation and reliability features so critical to today’s fleet management.”  

The venerable city of Suzhou, just west of Shanghai, is famed as a Venice of the Far East with canals, bridges, formal gardens and classical architecture. But in keeping with its modern, bustling population of nearly 11 million, the city has added some avant-garde. One of the newest showpieces is the ultra-modern Suzhou Center, a 1.1 million square meters waterfront complex of shopping malls, office buildings, residential towers and a sumptuous hotel. The Center, opened in November 2017, ambitiously aims to become one of China’s top international business hubs. How fitting, then, that the Center’s security system is also avant-garde. It comes from Bosch, and it provides video surveillance, intrusion alarm, access control and public address systems. See it Over 3,200 Bosch HD cameras secure every aspect of Suzhou Center, covering the full range of operational security needs from surveillance to tracking. High-level surveillance is ensured through fixed DINION and FLEXIDOME IP cameras as well as AUTODOME IP pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras. In addition to its surveillance functions, the AUTODOME IP dynamic 7000HD cameras feature intelligent object tracking allowing security personnel to track moving targets automatically. If an object is detected, the camera’s intelligent tracking feature is triggered based on a predefined alarm rule or manually by a simple click. Once it is activated, it ensures uninterrupted tracking of moving objects. Intelligent video analytics embedded in the AUTODOME IP cameras can trigger alarms automatically when a pre-defined alarm rule (e.g., a person crossing a line) is met, alerting guards and identifying potential security issues. Eight Bosch video management systems (BVMS) integrate all 3,200 FLEXIDOME, DINION and AUTODOME IP cameras for central management by the main control center. Feel it Intrusion detection is managed by seven DS7400 intrusion panels that have over 200 sensors. Each of these can be programmed for up to eight areas by local keypad or remotely. Access control is handled by two installations of Bosch’s Access Professional Edition (APE). APE controls doors, making sure only authorized personal can enter restricted areas. It also exchanges information regarding door control and door status with the other security systems. Listen to it For public address and evacuation instruction, Bosch has supplied a PRAESIDEO system with over 5,000 ceiling and cabinet speakers that are broken into over 80 zones and managed from two control centers. Thanks to its superb sound quality, the PRAESIDEO system also provides background music in the public areas of the Suzhou Center.

The Jigme Dorji Wangchuck National Referral Hospital is one of the top most renowned institutions in Bhutan delivering healthcare services. The hospital caters to the population of Thimphu and neighboring districts. The hospital also functions as the regional referral hospital for the western district, district hospital for Thimphu, human resources pool and technical backup for district hospitals, clinical training centre for the royal institute of health sciences (RIHS), and technical support to the public health programs. Challenges As the hospital works round the clock, one of the major concerns was to manage complex shifts of employees. Elevator which only users with access rights can call was another challenge. Furthermore, the customer also wanted a solution, whereby the admin could assign entry and exit points for patients, visitors and employees. Lastly, the management wanted to restrict visitor entry to a pre-defined time and rooms of the hospital for better visitor management. Solution Matrix pitched its access control, time-attendance and visitor management solution along with the different variants of biometric devices, which fulfill every requirement of the hospital. Around 206 devices were installed in the hospital, which are used in controlling access at rooms and elevators. They were installed at the main entrance, ward rooms, server rooms, outside elevators, and at ramps on every floor, to restrict access. So, there is no individual in the building who is not enrolled in the system. Through this, the hospital could manage multiple shifts of employees as well. Approximately, 700 visitor profiles were created with constrained time to visit, limited rooms to enter and a pre-defined route of access. Also, crowd at the elevator was controlled by restricting the use to only users with elevator access rights. Results JDWNRH fulfilled its requirement with Matrix people mobility management solution and achieved the following results: Simplified security by restricting unauthorized entry. Reduced complexity of shifts. Crowd controlling through elevator access control. Time and zone-based entry restrictions for visitors and patients.

Ilitch Holdings, Inc. has selected Motorola Solutions and Avigilon Corporation, a Motorola Solutions company, to help enhance customer experience and safety at its landmark properties in Detroit. Ilitch sought to reinvigorate its home city, Detroit, by investing in public infrastructure and local businesses, and by promoting public safety in and around its state-of-the-art Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park, offices and retailers throughout ‘The District’ Detroit, a $1.4B sports and entertainment destination located in downtown Detroit. Ilitch in partnership with security integrator Identify, Inc., installed a complete Avigilon security solution powered by video analytics that includes more than 1,600 Avigilon cameras, Avigilon Control Center (ACC) video management software and Avigilon’s Access Control Manager (ACM) system. The complete solution enables security operators to quickly detect, search and verify critical events to save valuable time and effort during investigations. It uses Motorola Solutions’ MOTOTRBO™ professional two-way radios to communicate across its properties including Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park and Fox Theater. When a suspicious activity is flagged using the Avigilon solution, security staff can quickly contact each other using MOTOTRBO radios and take immediate action to keep visitors to The District Detroit safe. “We’re proud to see downtown Detroit thriving and our top priority is to create a safe and welcoming environment for our guests and local community,” said Tim Sopha, Director of Corporate Security for Ilitch Holdings, Inc., “We chose Avigilon and Motorola Solutions because together they provide us with a unique system for public safety that allows us to monitor, communicate and respond more effectively.” “The District Detroit is making an incredible impact on the city of Detroit by attracting new visitors from throughout the region where they can take part in this immersive sports and entertainment experience,” said James Henderson, Avigilon’s President and Chief Operating Officer, “This project is an excellent example of how Avigilon and Motorola Solutions’ technologies work together to provide a new level of public safety.” Little Caesars Arena and Comerica Park are U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act certified. As part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002, the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act (SAFETY) encourages the creation and use of anti-terrorism technologies and practices. To enhance fan experience and safety, as well as to comply with SAFETY Act certification, Ilitch Holdings, Inc. selected Avigilon for its SAFETY Act designated technologies.

  Dahua Technology has recently announced that a compressive video surveillance solution consisting of 96 cameras from Dahua Technology UK is being installed at the striking Fort Dunlop commercial and retail site, overlooking the M6 motorway in Birmingham.   Built for Dunlop Rubber, Fort Dunlop became the tyre-maker’s flagship production facility and at one time was the world’s largest factory, employing 3,200 workers. After production stopped in the 1980s, the building lay derelict before being redeveloped into 360,000 square feet of office and retail space, and also now with an adjoining hotel. Much of the site’s previous video surveillance system was installed during the refurbishment in 2006, but with advances in modern technology, it was felt that the current system was no longer meeting basic requirements. An external consultant assessed the site and put forward plans for an upgrade. Bromsgrove based Champion Security Installations won the bid for the upgrade project. Installed over two phases, the design consists of a total of 96 static and PTZ cameras from full HD to 4K resolutions. Cameras include the 12MP panoramic internal IPC-EBW81230 fisheye camera, which uses H.265/ H.264 triplestream encoding, and the external panoramic IPCPDBW8802 dome camera, with four 2-Megapixel progressive scan CMOS sensors and day/ night functionality. Images are managed and recorded by a 128-channel, ultra 4K NVR616 network video recorder. “Having undertaken a full review of the security systems at Fort Dunlop, it became clear that a replacement CCTV system was required to ensure protection of the staff, visitors and building. Three different options were presented by contractors, but it quickly became clear that the Dahua system presented by Champion Security met our brief. The system installed has changed the way we monitor and protect our asset, and its ease of use has been a revelation to our site staff,” said a spokesperson from Savills. A spokesperson from Champion Security Installations added, “We have worked with the management of Fort Dunlop for a number of years now, so we designed the new IP CCTV system in consultation with them. The aim was to meet all of the different security, health and safety criteria, as well as ensure ease of use for the operators. Having installed Dahua equipment at a number of sites, we invited them to assist with the design of the Fort Dunlop system using a number of their new products. Working in conjunction with Dahua and Oprema Ltd, the project was delivered on time and within budget.”  

Avigilon Corporation has been awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification for its quality management system (QMS). ISO 9001:2015 is a globally recognized quality standard that defines QMS requirements and performance. The standard assists companies to align quality with their wider business strategy, helping to improve communications, efficiency, and implementation of continuous improvement. As part of the ISO 9001:2015 certification process, Avigilon engaged in a rigorous audit of its business processes and manufacturing facilities, and has successfully demonstrated its ability to consistently provide high quality service and products to its customers. “Achieving this level of certification again demonstrates our commitment to delivering the highest levels of quality and efficiency,” said Manny Gill, Avigilon’s Vice President, Global Manufacturing & Supply Chain, “Thanks to the hard work of our manufacturing team at our state-of-the-art facilities in North America, we continue to ensure quality control and create efficiencies in our production to best meet the needs of our customers.”

Officially inaugurated in October 2017, Ion Oblemenco Stadium in the Romanian city of Craiova is the country’s most modern football arena at a capacity of over 30,000 seats. The futuristic stadium, inspired by the art of Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncuși, was built from the ground up over the course of two-anda-half years at a total cost of EUR 51 million. It is home to football club CS Universitatea Craiova and was ranked fourth on the Stadium DB website’s list for Stadium of the Year 2017. The high-profile project was built with a clear goal – hosting international and premium league matches not only in the Romanian capital of Bucharest, but also in the city on the river Jiu. For this reason, the municipality of Craiova required a stadium security solution at par with stringent guidelines – according to the year 2020 European football championship standards – to guarantee safety during mass events. Looking for a trusted vendor with sports stadium experience, plus the ability to deliver the majority of necessary equipment as a single point of contact, Craiova officials opted for Bosch. Working closely with the on-site team, Bosch experts installed a fire and safety solution composed of four fire panels and 1,500 detectors. The stadium also received a quality sound system with elec tro-voice pro sound speakers for music and commentary, Dynacord Promatrix for evacuation, and Bosch loudspeakers for interior sound, as well as a conference and interpretation system for the pressroom. However, the real ‘kicker’ of the football stadium installation is the comprehensive video security solution: Ion Oblemenco Stadium boasts a fully integrated Bosch video security system including 211 cameras, centrally managed on a single platform through an enterprise edition of the Bosch Video Management System (BVMS). The networked cameras serve a wide range of functions at entry and exit points, and areas surrounding the stadium. On the perimeter, 115 robust DINION IP bullet 5000 cameras watch central avenues leading to the stadium, while 86 discrete FLEXIDOME IP 5000 cameras monitor visitors. For added security, eight AUTODOME IP 7000 cameras – two on the stadium outside, six inside – safeguard the surroundings with on-board intelligent video analytics (IVA) which allows for ‘smart’ video surveillance functions. For instance, intelligent tracking automatically tracks moving objects based on predefined alarm rules. Besides automatic tracking of objects of interest once certain predefine rules, like loitering, security operators in Craiova can also manually track groups of football fans or follow specific individuals. Video streams of all 211 cameras are monitored in a central security room, manned by operator personnel and members of Romania’s police during matches. Video data is safely stored on two Bosch DIVAR IP 7000 network video recording units with a total of 256 Terabyte storage capacity. The recorders feature video recording manager (VRM) software to increase reliability and reduce storage volumes and costs by automatically balancing the video stream load to the free available storage devices. Also the recording units support forensic search enabling security operators to quickly retrieve the relevant video data from hours of stored video to deliver irrefutable evidence. Craiova officials are satisfied with the easy-to-use and cost-efficient solution. Because Bosch products fulfilled international guidelines, the stadium is now fully certified to host matches of the First Romanian Football League, European league matches, Champions League and national team matches.