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Isolated areas and temporary, standalone applications often do not have electricity and internet connectivity. To help keep these places safe in a simple, practical, and cost-effective way, Hikvision is offering a portfolio of solar solutions – the 4G solar-powered camera kit, a wireless bridge, and mobile solar security tower solutions In rural and remote areas, infrastructure is often underdeveloped, hampered by steep costs and long deployment periods. As a result, these places often have no electrical grid or broadband network connectivity, making installation of traditional security systems difficult, time-consuming, and costly. Aside from this, many sites require security protection on temporary or semi-permanent bases such as construction sites, road maintenance projects, seasonal events, incident command, etc. Many of them are in off-grid locations and conditions. What’s more, once the job is done or the event concluded, the security installation is no longer needed. To address these challenges, Hikvision has created a portfolio of solar-powered solutions: The 4G solar-powered camera kit solution for rural areas This system consists of a solar panel, a mounting bracket, a battery module, and the camera itself, currently available in two storage options, 256GB and 1TB. It is ideal for anywhere 4G service is available but where cable internet is lacking such as, farmlands, fish ponds, highways, city waterways, and others. The wireless bridge solution for isolated environment This solution is ideally suited for use in remote locations where the 4G signal is weak, and data transmission prices are excessive such as natural reserves and mountainous areas, for example. The combination of a solar-powered camera kit (or solar-powered kit plus a camera) with a wireless bridge can provide just the right kind of wireless internet connection in these geographically challenging environments. Mobile solar security tower solution for temporary sites Comprised of a mobile tower, wireless bridges, network cameras, an NVR, and a network speaker (optional), the mobile solar security tower can be mounted on a trailer for added mobility. This solution is ideal for temporary or semi-permanent security scenarios, where mobile trailers can be towed into place quickly without the need for a separate power source. Locations that would benefit from this type of setup include outdoor parking lots, incident command facilities, construction sites, oil & gas plants, and seasonal cultural events. These solar-powered products and solutions feature advantages such as: Quick and hassle-free installation: Designed to be easy to install, Hikvision’s solar-powered camera kits don’t require technical knowledge or professional help to set up. With its own power source and internet connection, cameras can be deployed anywhere without having to route cables, making the deployment process fast, easy, and cost-effective. Flexibility in deployment scenarios: The Solar Power Kit can power a variety of products to satisfy all kinds of scenarios. Installed at parking lots, solar-powered ANPR cameras can recognize license plate characters and cross-reference the information with access ‘rules’ at the back end. For wide open outdoor areas, Hikvision’s solar-powered PT cameras can capture the entire field of view, while in scenarios where close-ups are regularly needed for post-event investigation, solar-powered PTZ cameras can be used to maintain situational awareness and zoom in to see specific and essential details. 24/7 security protection, in any weather: Isolated areas are often without light at night. Empowered by Hikvision ColorVu technology, the solar-powered cameras offer clear video in these extremely dark environments, with color imaging at up to 8MP resolution. And with waterproof and dust resistant housings, these cameras can withstand adverse weather conditions such as extremely low temperatures, strong winds, and heavy rains. A cost-saving and eco-friendly solution: Requiring only a single solar panel, the self-contained setup operates for up to 7 days on a single battery charge, which delivers significant cost savings for customers. In addition, powered by clean and renewable energy, the solar cameras not only help to reduce operational costs, they also reduce the carbon footprint, making a positive impact on sustainability. To discover more about Hikvision’s solar-powered cameras, the wireless bridge, and how they help to keep isolated sites and temporary locations safe, please visit the product page, or the solution page.  

Celebrating the great accomplishments of 2022 and setting the vision for another limitless year CP PLUS, a pioneer Indian brand leading the global security & surveillance industry, recently commemorated its annual kick-off meet for years of delivering excellence in the security and surveillance industry with a grand celebration in Al Habtoor, Dubai. The kick-off meet was a huge success where CP PLUS team members from across India and Dubai came together to celebrate the amazing feat achieved by CP PLUS in the past year and to strategize what more can be done in 2023-24. “The journey so far has been phenomenal and humbling for us. And we wanted to celebrate this incredible success with our team without which this wouldn’t have been possible. This celebration is dedicated to the 16 years of delivering exceptional excellence, where every year we strive for more. We have come this far, but we still have a long way to go. I am delighted to have a great team to work with and look forward to nourishing and nurturing this association for many more years to come,” said Aditya Khemka, Managing Director, CP PLUS. Turning all challenges into opportunities, CP PLUS has been strategically leading the Indian market with better and newer technologies. The annual kick-off meet presented a medium for its team members to come together and share insights, which helps them push forward beneficial campaigns and identigy potential and potential trends in the industry. It also provided a platform for team members share ideas and discuss the latest developments in the surveillance technology, which also boosted a collaborative work environment. The 4-day celebratory get-together, which went on from the 19th to the 22nd of May 2023, was packed a punch with lime-light performances, cruising on the Arabian Waves, Gala luncheons and dinners, felicitations, and motivational discourses with a lot of fun activities. CP PLUS also celebrated the launch of its new manufacturing plant at the event as the largest manufacturer of surveillance products and solutions. More than 200 team members were hosted with a meticulously designed itinerary that ensured they had the best time over the 4 days, right from their travel from India to Dubai and back. The team was stationed at the Hilton Al Habtoor City Hotel located just off the famous Dubai Creek at the center of the town and in the vicinity of some of the latest architectural wonders of the 21st century. The 4 day long celebrations were kick-started with a mesmerizing Cruise Ride where the team got a chance to admire the beautiful coastline from the Persian Gulf. Following the next day, a Bollywood Extravaganza-themed Gala Dinner was curated with star performances by renowned singer Salman Ali and well-known comedian Ravi Gupta. At the Gala Dinner, loyal employees who have served for more than 20 years were also acknowledged and appreciated for their years of dedicated service. Team members were also treated to a grand Desert Safari as well as a special tour to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa to experience Dubai from the skies above. On the whole, it was a heart-warming experience as the team bonded over the 4 days in high spirits. They were elated and delighted with the personal attention and the surprises that were lined up for them. Not only did they have a great time, but also came back home with amazing memories they will always cherish.  

This was the first integrated summit representing a unified vision for South Asia Pacific regions It was attended by 129 ecosystem partners and 37 leaders from Axis Communications Axis Communications, the leading market player in network video, successfully concluded its first integrated Annual Partner Summit for 2023 in India, representing the entire South Asia Pacific region. Held in Goa, the event brought together industry leaders, technology experts, and Axis partners from the region for a two-day immersive experience to ignite innovation and collaboration in the security and surveillance landscape. The event hosted a total of 166 participants including 129 channel and technology partners. The summit was attended by senior leaders across different boards and regions from Axis Communications including Boudewijn Pesch, Vice President of APAC; Carl Malmqvist, Regional Director of South Asia Pacific; Mats Thulin, Director of Core Technologies, Sudhindra Holla, Director of India & SAARC, Monica Tomar, Regional Marketing Manager, South Asia Pacific, Amanda Lee, HR Business Partner, South Asia Pacific, and more. Themed Powered by Partnership, the conversations at the event focused on the growth strategy and vision for Asia Pacific and South Asia Pacific. The two days comprised of topics including industry trends, challenges, and technological advancements designed to empower the Axis ecosystem to build strategic partnerships. Emphasizing the pivotal role played by Axis channel partners in navigating through a dynamic business environment, Carl Malmqvist, Regional Director, South Asia Pacific, commented, “At Axis Communications, we are driven by partnerships and empowered by the people. The Axis Partner Summit 2023 exemplified this power of collaboration and showcased the unwavering commitment of our partners and leaders. Our esteemed channel partners serve as the bedrock of our achievements, labouring in unison with us to scale the gambit of our success. We are committed to fortifying and expanding our business footprint through a robust channel partner network.” Addressing the success of the Summit, Sudhindra Holla, Director of India and SAARC, said, “The Axis Partner Summit 2023 exceeded our expectations in terms of engagement, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration from our ecosystem players. Our objective was to bring together our partners, distributors, and ecosystem partners in an environment to recognize and appreciate the significant results achieved by them throughout the year. The summit provided a unique platform to foster innovation, strengthen relationships, and collectively shape the future of the security industry.” In addition to fostering collaboration, the summit acknowledged partners’ exceptional contributions and dedication in 2022 through various accolades. In total, there were 27 awards across nine categories, including categories such as Axis Camera Station Specialist, End-to-end Solutions, Project of the Year, Best Long-Standing Partnership Award and more. During the summit, Axis Communications unveiled several exciting product launches, demonstrating the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of video surveillance technology. These new offerings are poised to revolutionize the security industry, empowering organizations to address evolving industry challenges proactively. This year, the event witnessed a unique showcase of products with the Lights Out demonstration which included LIVE products in action during low and no light scenarios. The event was jointly sponsored by BriefCam, CyberLink Corp., Digifort, Genetec Inc., Milestone Systems, Ipsotek, Irisity, Videonetics and Wasabi. Axis enables a smarter and safer world by creating solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems. They are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Axis has around 4,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with technology and system integration partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984, and its headquarters are in Lund, Sweden.  

Hikvision has introduced eDVR 1TB, for enhanced video surveillance storage capacity in the India market. Its eSSD Technology helps in 45% energy savings. Since the launch of eDVRs, the market response has exceeded the expectation. There were specific demands for enhancing the storage capacity of eDVR, it has come from the end-users and system integrators. The latest eDVR 1TB is Hikvision India’s latest offering with many value added features like Enhanced Capacity, Enduring Storage and Efficient Video Analytics. Around the world, energy costs have been rising, and the need to lower carbon emissions is more pressing than ever. With Hikvision’s range of eDVRs, homeowners and businesses can achieve annual, per-device energy savings of 40-45kWh compared to traditional DVRs: which is the equivalent to more than 3,000 iPhone charges. Traditional digital video recorders (DVRs) consume a significant amount of power due to their reliance on hard disk drives (HDDs). These drives are comprised of numerous moving parts, such as spindles, actuator arms, and the drive heads, which contribute to high energy consumption for data storage. Enhanced Storage Capacity Hikvision eDVR 1TB offers enhanced storage capacity for the diverse surveillance storage requirements. It is available in six models namely – DS-E16HGHI-B, iDS-E08HQHI-B, iDS-E04HUHI-B, DS-E08HGHI-D, iDS-E04HQHI-D, iDS-E04HGHI-E. Furthermore, thanks to its exceptional storage efficiency, a 1TB eDVR can provide up to 8 weeks of storage, easily meeting customers’ storage requirements. A 1TB 4 channel model (iDS-E04HQHI-D) can store up to 4 weeks of continuously recorded footage by all channels in 1080P, while a DS-E04HGHI-E model supports up to 8 weeks of continuous recording in 1080p lite (960×1080 resolution). Enduring Storage Hikvision patented technology offers convenience of adaptability on the storage front. It applies H. 265-based scene-adaptive bitrate coding on eDVRs to ensure sufficient storage and quality video compression. Thus H. 265-based scene-adaptive bitrate control Storage allocation is enabled to ensure 2/4/8 weeks’ recording. Event Judgement and Storage Prediction The algorithms can detect how complicated and active the actual scene is, and then assign certain bitrate to the scene according to the level of activeness, so as to guarantee storage allocation. Storage Allocation The storage is pre-allocated into about 2/4/8 weeks with minor differences in each day according to actual scene and events. Efficient Video Analytics Intelligent human/ vehicle classification is in-built in the eDVRs, enabling smart Motion Detection and quick target search and playback. Deep Learning Based Motion Detection Deep learning-based motion detection 2.0 it can classify human and vehicle, and extremely reduce false alarms deep-learning algorithms are trained to classify objects in videos into three categories – persons, vehicles, and other. The algorithms can automatically detect persons and vehicles. Video Compression In comparison to H.265, H.265 Pro option offers better coding efficiency, which improves video compression capacity by 20%. Application Scenarios Hikvision eDVR 1TB is applicable for residential complexes, villas, retail shops, restaurants and hotels, etc. Reducing Power Consumption for DVRs with Hikvision To address this challenge, and to help organizations and individuals reduce their energy costs and emissions, Hikvision has created a range of new eDVRs. They use embedded solid state drive (eSSD) technology rather than traditional HDDs, which eliminates the need for moving parts in the storage drive and delivering major improvements in energy efficiency. The eSSDs incorporate a highly integrated ‘NAND’ and a solid-state controller, which offer improved memory capacity, heat dissipation, and overall electrical performance compared with traditional HDDs. 10 Times more Energy Efficient eDVR In an in-house lab test, Hikvision has found that the energy consumption of the eSSD storage chip for the DS-E04HQHI-B model is 0.4-0.5 Watts. This is an impressive 10 times more energy efficient than the 4.0-5.0 Watts demanded by the more traditional technology. When considering the green performance of the devices as a whole, eDVRs with eSSD storage are around 45% more energy efficient than traditional DVR+HDD. The new eDVRs register a power consumption of 5.42- 5.82 Watts, rather than the 9.48-11.00 Watts that traditional DVR+ HDD use to perform a similar function (albeit with lower performance). These tests show that replacing traditional DVR with Hikvision eDVRs could save typical homeowners and small businesses up to 45 Kilowatt-Hours (kWh) of electricity per year, per device: the equivalent of around 3,000 iPhone charges. In a time of energy cost and supply uncertainties around the world, Hikvision eDVRs can help in terms of reducing costs and carbon emissions. Hikvision eDVR Energy Savings in Numbers Accounts for only 10 percent of power consumption of a traditional HDD. Typical energy consumption per eDVR of 5.42-5.82 Watts (for model DS-E04HQHI-B), compared with 9.48-11.00 Watts for traditional DVRs. Per-device energy savings of 40-45 kWh per year (equal to 3,000 iPhone charges). Sustainability Beyond Energy Efficiency As well as offering major energy savings, Hikvision’s new eDVRs are more sustainable for a number of other important reasons. Firstly, by eliminating moving parts from the storage drive, eSSD technology reduces internal wear and tear in the eDVR, and extends the product’s useful lifecycle. This optimizes customers’ investments in Hikvision technology and reduces carbon emissions related to replacing end-of-life equipment. Secondly, the highly compact nature of the eSSD chips means that the new Hikvision eDVRs are smaller than traditional DVR devices. This reduces shipping costs and packaging requirements, and all the related environmental impacts. Finally – and importantly – Hikvision uses green packaging for the new eDVRs instead of conventional plastic packaging and EPE foam. This ensures that waste is minimized across the entire delivery chain.  

5000+ attendees and 75+ brands from around the world gather for the debut edition from 18 to 20 May Industry lauds the release of special ‘India Risk Review’ white paper report by MitKat Advisory Informa Markets in India India’s leading B2B event’s organizer, inaugurated the first edition of the Security and Fire Expo (SAFE), West India (18- 20 May) today with the aim of bringing key stakeholders in the security domain on one platform and to deliberate on new-age challenges to the security of cities and organizations. The SAFE expo is a subset of the IFSEC, India and has also seen great success in South India. The threeday exhibition and two-day conference being held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, was met with an enthusiastic, positive response on the very first day, bringing in higher levels of anticipation for the rest of the event. As the SAFE West expo enters its second day, it presents a unique opportunity to connect and network with India’s largest assembly of decision-makers, specifiers, and end-users. The event is showcasing the swift advancements in India’s security market and emphasized on trends, innovations, challenges, and opportunities required for its future growth and expansion. The opening ceremony took place in the presence of key dignitaries – Dr Rukmani Krishnamurthy, Ex-Director, Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratories, Govt. of Maharashtra & Academic council member, National Forensic Science University, Gujarat, Ministry of Home Affairs, Capt. Sanjeev Tiwari, ARVP, ASIS India West Region; Vinay Khanduri, CPP, CFE, Head, Security & Vigilance, Adani Electricity, Capt. Rajesh Sharma, Founder & Board Member, Global Association for Corporate Services; Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India and Pankaj Jain, Sr. Group Director & Digital Head, Informa Markets in India in an august gathering. At the inaugural ceremony of SAFE West India, Dr Rukmani Krishnamurthy, Ex-Director, Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratories, Govt. of Maharashtra & Academic council member, National Forensic Science University, Gujarat, Ministry of Home Affairs said, ‘‘By integrating innovative security measures, such as CCTV, RDX detection, and more, we are extending the realm of forensics into the corporate sector. Cybersecurity is now a critical necessity, backed by government focus and the need for corporate monitoring to minimize risks. Our approach includes preventive training for law enforcement, corporate professionals, and individuals in positions of power. To tackle complex cyber issues such as intellectual property theft, traditional system checks are insufficient. Hence, we employ innovative techniques like lie detectors to efficiently narrow down culprits and resolve matters effectively. Our focus on preventive technology and security innovations ensures a comprehensive and forensically integrated security system which we hope we can all integrate going further.” Highlighting the importance of security, Vinay Khanduri, CPP, CFE, Head, Security & Vigilance, Adani Electricity said, “The convergence of physical security and cyber-IT may not be inevitable; rather, it is the IT aspect that will encompass and integrate physical security within the overall security framework. As professionals with considerable years of service ahead, it is crucial for us to continuously upgrade, upskill, and align ourselves with this evolving landscape. Exhibitions like this provide an excellent platform to explore the latest market technologies and gain insights into prospects. I am grateful for this opportunity and eagerly anticipate the unveiling of the technology that awaits us today.” Capt. Rajesh Sharma, Founder & Board Member, Global Association for Corporate Services also said, “The volumes and magnitude we witnessed here today has surpassed what was previously seen in India. SAFE West has undoubtedly done a commendable job, and we aspire to create a similar platform to our center of excellence. As the saying goes, if we use yesterday’s tool in today’s business, we will be out of business tomorrow. Thus, this platform becomes essential for all of us. Here, we can encounter firsthand what we otherwise search tirelessly for online. I am confident that we will all derive immense benefits from this experience, as it solely depends on the connections and relationships we establish.” While comparing security industry with auto industry, Capt. Sanjeev Tiwari, ARVP, ASIS India West Region said, “This platform serves as an exceptional experience for users, demonstrating its immense value with numerous participants, exhibitors, and OEMs showcasing their technologies. When we compare it to users in the auto industry, they are often ahead of manufacturers, possessing a clear understanding of their needs. However, in the realm of security, safety, and fire safety, users generally lack awareness of the cutting-edge technologies available today. Platforms like this bridge that knowledge gap, empowering users to comprehend and leverage these technologies for optimized security. Over time, security has evolved from relying heavily on manpower with limited processes and technology to embracing advanced technology, robust processes, and reduced human intervention. With this purpose in mind, this initiative stands as an outstanding endeavor.” Top industry leaders and pioneering innovators came together at SAFE West India 2023, sharing the latest research, developments and products revolutionizing security and fire safety, specifically targeting the Western Indian markets with over 75 brands. These included companies like Earth, Hikvision, Prama, Realtime, Tiandy – Premier Partners – Biomax, eSSL, Magtech, Rova, Syrotech, Timewatch, TP Link, Voltaic Zkteco, Aavik, Avtron, Bioroles, COFE, CCL, D P Garg, Eagle Eye Networks, Fyber, Hubris, SOS, Lifelong, Securus and many more. Hikvision has even launched their eDVR 1TB for enhanced storage capacity, eSSD Technology helps in 45% energy savings at SAFE West India 2023. Hikvision has launched three new products at SAFE West 2023. During the launch Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd said, “We see a great synergy of these products with the safe reopening phenomenon happening now in the post-pandemic times. The schools, stores, offices, retail shops and many other application scenarios can benefit from the ‘touch-free’ experience that face recognition provides. With advanced deep learning technology and diverse practical functions, we expect that MinMoe DSK1T320 Access Control Terminals can bring more security and efficiency to our small and medium sized customers, making access control, time and attendance, much easier. This is…

Hikvision India has recently introduced HikCentral Professional Software 2.4 in the India market. HikCentral Professional – Hikvision’s security management software – helps professionals meet a variety of security challenges on a single platform. With HikCentral Professional, you will manage multiple individual systems with ease, such as video security, access control, alarm detection, and more, explore cross-system functionalities, and optimize the day-to-day security and operations for a variety of scenarios. Key advantages A unified security system that enhances management operations. Personalize your own security system. Visualized systems, data, and maintenance. Easy to deploy and use. Personalize your own security system. Whatever the role, be it manager, decision maker, HR staff, receptionist, security, or maintenance staff, the software will help you get prepared with pre-set modes. What’s more, the software also allows the security professional to customize the system with the applications as per the need based on the scenarios. Moreover, users can create their own control panel based on their specific duties and routines, enhancing awareness and empowering them with custom, optimized management approaches. All major security needs are covered through diverse core-security modules, including video, access control, visitor, time & attendance, vehicle, on-board monitoring, alarm detection, intelligent analysis, digital signage, and maintenance. Whatever your situation, you will find what you need right here. Hikvision Access Control provides easy but reliable permission control for centralized management. Based on various physical and biological credentials, multiple permission groups and emergency strategies, the system empowers the admin to protect the personnel and property seamlessly Access Control: Comprehensive & flexible access management Comprehensive and flexible access management methods, with credential options including face, iris, fingerprint, card, QR code, PIN code, mobile credentials including Bluetooth and NFC, as well as 512 access levels to choose from. Advanced access strategies for sensitive areas, including multi-door interlocking, first person in, anti-passback, multi-factor authentication, free, and forbidden access. Hikvision Access Control Solution provides following advantages: One is easier personnel credential management and the other one is efficient emergency mustering. Powerful, Flexible and Easy No more complicated steps. With step-by-step guidance, the whole process becomes easy and user-friendly. One glimpse to diagnose the access control system. It quickly locates and handles the abnormal credentials. High Security In high security areas, the staffs are permitted to pass through specific routine areas. Any overstep behaviours will be forbidden and trigger alarm immediately. If the staff passes through the door, he cannot help his partner to enter with his card. Live Guard and Security Assistant When the access alarm gets activated to alert the security guards about the unauthorized access event, in that case instead of going to the event site, operators can quickly locate the threat remotely by checking the live video feed and acknowledge the alarm. In an emergency situation, the door automatically opens for evacuation. Meanwhile, alarm notification is sent to the admin and retention personnel list gets printed.  

Honeywell has announced the inauguration of its Sustainability Centre of Excellence in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. This facility will serve as a hub for support in engineering, innovation, and collaboration on sustainability initiatives, both within the company and with partners. The sustainability center of excellence (CoE) will accelerate Honeywell’s commitment to innovate products and services that help stakeholders reduce their emissions as well as achieve its own ESG commitment to be carbon-neutral by 2035. The center will focus on developing more sustainable methods of production, like product stewardship, an approach focusing on the management of all aspects of a product, its components and its compliance regulations, and life cycle analysis, a method used to evaluate the environmental impact of a product through its life cycle. In addition to its engineering efforts, the Honeywell sustainability centre of excellence will also serve as a hub for thought leadership, training and education on sustainability, hosting workshops focused on driving sustainability in business and society. “Our Sustainability Centre of Excellence in Madurai signifies our commitment to prioritize support in research and innovation in sustainability to meet our customer’s evolving needs in meeting ESG commitments. As a hub of engineering, innovation and collaboration, the Centre will fuel new paradigms in sustainability ranging from development of capabilities to reduce carbon emissions and drive positive environmental impact through monitoring and reporting,” said Gavin Towler, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Honeywell performance materials & technologies (PMT) and Honeywell UOP. “A large portion of Honeywell’s innovative energy is directed toward making business operations sustainable for both ourselves and our stakeholders. Honeywell continues to consistently review, quantify, and reinvent its operations to reduce carbon emissions up and down its own supply chain, while also finding solutions for its stakeholders to help optimize their operations all over the world. We continue to support in innovating products and services that help our stakeholders reduce their emission,” said Kunal Ruvala, President, Honeywell Technology Solutions, Global, “Over 60% of our 2021 sales and 60% of Honeywell’s R&D spends was directed toward ESG-oriented out comes, and we are committed to increasing this mix.1 Honeywell’s ready-now technologies and solutions for sustainable development uniquely position us to assist in reducing their environmental impact in the upcoming years.” Honeywell focusses on creating ready now products that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save energy, measure, and reduce carbon impact, and support the adoption of renewable energy sources. Honeywell’s technological solutions encompass a multitude of innovations geared towards driving sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices. This includes development of technologies like battery energy storage system, ethanol-to-jet sustainable aviation fuel, carbon capture, emissions control monitoring, healthy building solutions that lower emissions, environmental impact and improve building efficiency, Solstice® refrigerants and many more. Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable.  

India’s premier indigenous security and surveillance product manufacturing company, Prama India has opened its 12th brand store in Vashi to expand its market in the Navi Mumbai region. The first-of-its-kind store, located in Vashi, features PRAMA’s wide range of Video Security Products and Solutions. Prama India in association with a trusted partner K.D. Security has launched its brand store on April 21, in Vashi, a fast growing suburb of Navi Mumbai. The Prama Brand Store was inaugurated by Ashish P. Dhakan, CEO & MD, Prama India Pvt. Ltd. and Bhavesh Choudhary, Director, K.D. Security. The inauguration event was graced by leading local distinguished guests, security professionals and representatives of security business community in the Navi Mumbai. The newly opened PRAMA brand store at Vashi will help to showcase the latest PRAMA security products in the Navi Mumbai region. The well-known distributor, K.D. Security is a trusted partner of Prama India, it has carved a niche in the security industry by setting a new benchmark in the distribution business. “We are very happy and proud to launch the Navi Mumbai’s first PRAMA brand store in association with Prama India. All prospective partners are welcome to experience the wide range of indigenously manufactured PRAMA security products at our brand store. It is a positive step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India). We are ready to serve the dealers, system integrators and end-users in the best possible way,” said Bhavesh Choudhary, Director, K.D. Security. PRAMA Brand Store is a significant step in the direction of creating new, and holistic product experiences for all the stakeholders of the security industry in the Navi Mumbai region. This store opening event signifies the company’s long term focus and commitment to the partners. This PRAMA brand store is dedicated to serve the security requirements in and around the Navi Mumbai and Panvel region. The newly opened PRAMA store in Vashi will add value to the security professional community in the Navi Mumbai region by providing the latest PRAMA Security and Video Surveillance Products. Prama India extends best wishes to Bhavesh Choudhary, Director, K.D. Security. This new initiative will help to create a new success story with PRAMA ecosystem partners. While moving forward with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the company is working diligently to realise the dream of a self-reliant India into reality. As the security industry is moving towards new technology frontiers, there is a need to focus on indigenous security product manufacturing. These security systems are helping to resolve the physical security challenges in the private, government and commercial segments. PRAMA’s brand store is aimed at showcasing and bringing high quality, state-of-the-art security and surveillance products closer to the potential partners, system integrators and end-users. The company has planned a Pan-India phased rollout of PRAMA brand stores and aims to open multiple stores spread across Tier-I, Tier-II and Tier-III cities in the near future.  

Honeywell recently announced the launch of its premium range of wiring devices, Blenze Pro for the Indian market. Blenze Pro range is specifically designed to meet the high-end wiring requirements by architects, interior designers, builders and developers for residential, commercial and hospitality buildings. Featuring a range of front plates made of high-quality materials including metal and glass, Blenze Pro Wiring Devices provides a unique and sophisticated look. The devices also offer a silent-and soft-switch operation and perfect illumination, enhancing both the convenience and aesthetics of the product. “We are committed to offering our customers the very best in engineering and design, and Blenze Pro represents the latest innovation in our product line,” said Sameer Mahajan, Regional General Manager, Building Management systems, Honeywell Building Technologies, India, “Our goal is to expand our footprint in the Indian market and cater to the growing demand for premium products in the residential and commercial hospitality segments.” One significant advantage of Blenze Pro is the ease of installation, as they require no additional wiring and can be installed with the same wiring, saving installation time and costs. Additionally, the white-color SKUs are antibacterial, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene. The range also offers fast charging solutions for mobile devices, including A & C type USB Chargers, making it convenient for users to charge their devices quickly and efficiently. Blenze Pro Wiring Devices were designed to be durable and are capable of enduring up to 100000 operations with ease. Honeywell’s unwavering commitment to innovation, design, and quality is reflected in the premium building and materials used in the devices, providing a reliable and long-lasting solution for buyers seeking the very best in wiring device technology.  

Hikvision India has launched AX PRO Series Wireless Intrusion Alarm System at PACC event in Kochi with big fanfare in the presence of security industry leaders and dignitaries. The newly launched AX PRO Series Wireless Intrusion Alarm System enables more reliable intrusion detection with home automation features. While elaborating the unique product features of AX PRO Series Wireless Intrusion Alarm, Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India said, “It is an intelligent alarm system with convergent solutions. Anti-intrusion systems must be able to detect security breaches instantly and reliably – while also minimizing false positives. To help companies, homeowners, retail stores owners, and key institutes to achieve this, Hikvision has created its AX PRO wireless alarm system, which includes highly reliable video verification solutions, secure wireless transmission, and a wide range of state-ofthe-art alarm detectors.” Introducing Hikvision’s AX PRO wireless alarm system Hikvision has created its AX PRO wireless alarm system with long range detection using Tri-x and Cam-x transmission technology, range can be extender further using range extender to cover maximum area using single solution. This includes remote video verification to detect security breaches, secure wireless transmission technology for alarms and video images, and a wide variety of wireless products that trigger alarms rapidly and reliably in the event of a break-in or other security breach. The system also includes the AX PRO hub, which can connect more than 96 detectors to meet customers’ specific security needs. The range is ideal for home protection and small and medium-sized business applications, supporting ‘simplicity through innovation’ for alarm detection. The system includes 5 main types of Hikvision AX PRO wireless alarm detectors: Hikvision AX PRO motion alarm detectors: The AX PRO range offers two types of motion detectors: ‘single element’ detectors, and ‘dual-tech’ detectors. Single element detectors use passive infrared (PIR) or microwave technology to detect moving intruders and to trigger intrusion alarms in real time. Dual tech solutions combine different technologies, such as PIR, microwave, or cameras to verify intrusion threats and to minimize false positives. An example of this type of solution is our ‘PIRCAM’ motion detector, which combines PIR with a smart camera. This solution takes pictures when the PIR sensor is triggered, allowing homeowners or business security teams to verify intrusion incidents remotely. Hikvision AX PRO glass break detectors: AX PRO glass break detectors work with glass of different types and thicknesses. These detectors can be installed on both walls and ceilings facing glass panels or windows. The detectors use high-quality broadband microphones to monitor loud high-frequency and low-frequency noises. In a glass-breakage scenario, loud, low-frequency sounds are created by shockwaves when a pane of glass is struck (with a heavy object for example). At the same time, the high-frequency sound confirms that the glass has shattered or broken. This approach to monitoring low and high-frequency noises ensures that the detectors can distinguish between loud noises in the environment, vibrations caused by high winds, and real glass breakages – helping to minimize false positives. The AX PRO range includes a single-element glass break detector and a PIR motion detector that includes glass-break detection technology in a single unit. Hikvision AX PRO door opening detectors (magnetic contact detectors): Hikvision door opening detectors comprise two parts, a magnet attached to a door or window, and a second unit attached to the frame. When the door or window opens, the switch is broken, and the detector is activated. Hikvision AX PRO ‘shock’ detectors: AX PRO shock detectors use high-quality G-Sensors to monitor the vibration characteristics of different mount surfaces – including wooden walls, concrete walls, and panes of glass. This allows Hikvision detectors to filter out false positives caused by a number of factors, including small, hard objects hitting a wall; dynamic pressures caused by windy weather; and maintenance teams hammering in nails or conducting other work on a building. Hikvision AX PRO ‘environmental’ detectors: The Hikvision AX PRO wireless range also includes lots of additional detectors to improve home and business security. These include both portable and wall-mounted emergency buttons, an EN 14604-certified smoke detector with a 10- year battery life, a water-leak detector, and a temperature detector. Key features of the AX PRO wireless alarm system include: The industry leading AX PRO hub: which allows 210 detectors to be integrated in a single installation. Multi-Path Communication: Onboard LAN, WiFi, GPRS, 3G/ 4G communications. AX PRO Intrusion Verification-as-a-Service (IVaaS): which provides live video verification based on 7 seconds of video recording so users can quickly confirm alarm events on their system. Anti-jamming security: with signal hopping across up to 50 frequencies to protect the integrity of the system. Secure, reliable wireless connectivity: with our powerful Tri-X technology, which delivers the highest levels of security and performance. Fast, simple installation: which requires installers to scan the device QR code and turn on the device, which automatically connects to the control panel. Quick, easy configuration: via the AX PRO mobile app, web portal and Hik-ProConnect.