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Named after a revolutionary freedom fighter, Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachchh University (KSKVU) is a state university in Gujarat, India that promotes higher education in regional and rural areas of the country. Colleges in the Kutch district were regulated under the Gujarat University till 2003. Following the development drive post 2001 Gujarat earthquake, the Government of Gujarat decided to provide a separate university in the region and thus KSKVU came into being in 2004 with 10 colleges. It started its administrative and academic activity at the new developing campus in 2007. Today, the university has 44 colleges with more than 20,000 students and nearly 250 teachers working in the faculties of Arts, Commerce, Science, Education, Law, Technology including the Engineering and Pharmacy. Background In pursuit of providing an effective security solution to the University, Hikvision’s partner Yashvi Infotech, the leading Ahmedabad based systems integrator, surveyed the site and worked with the key representatives and head of security for Kachchh University to deliver an effective plan that would provide a customized solution to the security and management needs. “Implementing IP Surveillance Project for KSKVU was a great learning experience. We have built a strong relationship with Hikvision over past 4 years and value their experience and expertise to provision security surveillance systems. They work very well with vendor partners to deliver solutions that suit the requirements. They are efficient and their high-quality workmanship and service are appreciated. We find their objective advice invaluable, while designing security solutions and selecting equipment to install,” said Brijesh Thakkar, Director, Yashvi Infotech. Challenge The Kachchh University required a foolproof IP based surveillance solution for the university campus. In the past the University had only 8 surveillance cameras in the administrative building premises which was not able to deliver positive results. They required a centralized and local building monitoring solution. The project brief included security control room as well as Vice-Chancellor (VC) cabin for mission critical surveillance solution. The Kachchh University campus has 7 different buildings spread over 5 acres. Besides, the management was also looking for a customized solution, which can have the facility to share their live classroom lecture to another classroom in case of absence of a professor or something else, and also to record lectures and upload them on their server for future reference. Solution The process of designing a solution package for Kachchh University project was quite comprehensive. The solution comprised the best 2 line and 4 line series cameras. Approximately 400 IP cameras were required by this project. These cameras were deployed in areas including all classrooms with audio and video, corridors, outside of buildings, library, computer rooms, staff rooms, main gate with ANPR solution, play area with PTZ, and parking and hostel; with 24×7 monitoring in local building, VC’s cabin as well as security control room. Hikvision recording and broadcasting solution has been the best fit for the KU classrooms which is able to fulfil their 100% requirement. Yashvi Infotech also executed a demo of proof of concept (POC) successfully for the Kachchh University management. The project was executed with 16 classrooms as a smart classroom with a live lecture with audio and video broadcasting, and recording and uploading to their FTP server. Extremely satisfied with the swift execution of the project, Kachchh University is now planning to have more classrooms equipped with Hikvision’s recording and broadcasting systems in the future. Result The Kachchh University Management, Faculty and Students are very happy with Hikvision Solutions that have given them a sense of security in the campus. The solution now enabled them to monitor all the critical areas of the campus. “We switched over to IP surveillance from our analog closed circuit camera system six months ago. We had set up a complete smart class solution in our university. We are very happy with the quality of products and services and they are very useful to us,” said Dr. C. B. Jadeja, Vice-Chancellor, KSKVU.  

Infinova had a great kickstart for 2018 with the recently concluded Intersec 2018 Show at Dubai World Trade Center. “For the first time, Infinova has associated with Intersec as a Platinum Sponsor of the show. Previously for four consecutive years, we were Gold Sponsors for the show. We consider Intersec as one of the largest security shows in the world and it has helped us achieve maximum exposure. This show has always been a great platform for us to increase our visibility and gain access to a new set of customers who are interested in our solutions. This year’s show has also brought us some promising leads which we hope to capitalize on. We demonstrated some of our latest product offerings and also highlighted some of our major successful global deployments, particularly in city surveillance, airports, metros and industrial projects,” said Milind Borkar, Vice President of Sales, Infinova, Middle East, Africa and SAARC. As a Platinum sponsor, Infinova was advertised prominently all over the venue through video presence on digital screen, as well as through exclusive advertising on trade show bags, outdoor hoardings, and much more. Infinova showcased their latest technology offerings which included face recognition solutions, H.265, 2/ 4/ 5MP cameras, Starlight series, thermal, explosion proof, and edge-analytics enabled cameras, NVR, video management software, and so on. Infinova occupied an island space right at the entrance of Saeed Hall 1, which helped them design their booth effectively in an innovative  large structure imitating the look of an Infinova bullet camera to captivate the visitors attention. For the first time, Infinova introduced Augmented Reality and Led Video Fan to demonstrate features of their most popular products. Infinova was the only company in the exhibition using Augmented Reality as a solution to showcase its surveillance products and features thereof to attract customers. The LED Video fan also helped Infinova showcase their 3D virtual models of cameras in a very unique way. Here are some highlights from the show The Intersec Show was bigger and better than previous years, and the footfall was also impressive, particularly during the first and second days of the show. More than 41,000 visitors gathered during the 3-day duration of the show. Infinova had an opportunity to interact with several new visitors during the show which included consultants, end users and new system integrators.  

With continuous and rapid innovation, Dahua Technology’s industry leading HDCVI technology always manages to bring added values to the users such as higher resolution, easier operation etc. This time, it brings simplicity by introducing PoC technology into its HDCVI products and solutions. Power-over-Coax (PoC) transmits both video and electrical power over a single coaxial cable, eliminates separate camera power supplies, and further simplifies system deployment with true plug & play, benefiting Dahua customers and end users. For installers, now that the complex power supply designing and heavy installation work are eliminated, the time and labour cost will be remarkably low. HDCVI PoC system is also great in stability as it provides constant power supply to cameras, saving the cost for future maintenance. Besides, HDCVI provides PoC cameras with power outputs which power nearby devices, further facilitating installation. For distributors or system integrators, the top-notch 400 meter/ 300 meter transmission distance for 2 Megapixel/ 4 Megapixel cameras of HDCVI PoC bring more project opportunities. End users will find the system extremely easy to use. True ‘plug and play’ means there’s no configuration needed for camera connection whatsoever, and power is available immediately. Operational safety is enhanced with auto device identification and quick power-off strategy. When connected with unsupported devices or suffering short-circuits, the system immediately cuts off the power supply. HDCVI PoC technology further demonstrates Dahua’s dedication in technological innovation and core customer service. With a mission of ‘Enabling a Safer Society and Smarter Living,’ Dahua will continue to focus on its value propositions to serve customers and end users around the world.

Matrix expands its time-attendance portfolio to meet the functional requirements for employee time tracking system of Government organizations, and hence it has launched its cutting-edge fingerprint and RFID card based Aadhaar enabled time-attendance terminal – COSEC VEGA FAXQ. COSEC VEGA FAXQ is the first embedded Linux based biometric device registered on AEBAS Server that offers unique advantages in terms of connectivity, technology, usage environment and ease of use. This device supports fingerprint as well as Mifare smart card as credential. Designed for long term, uninterrupted performance with prudent blend of aesthetics, speed, connectivity, convenience and reliability, the device is a perfect fit for biometric time clocking system. It supports both Hindi as well as English languages with auto selectable mode. Due to its IP65 certification, COSEC VEGA FAXQ can work in extreme harsh environment and be used for outdoor applications. Along with wireless connectivity, this is the only device among the devices registered on AEBAS that supports wired connectivity. Hence, it can only be installed at critical areas where wireless connectivity is banned such as defense applications. It is a well-engineered product with 3.5” touch screen display and multiple connectivity options in a compact design. It supports three types of credentials – Fingerprint, RFID Card (Mifare Smart) and PIN. It is convenient to authenticate Aadhaar number using smart card instead of typing it on the device keypad. It supports dual authentication modes which are PIN + Finger and Mifare Smart Card + Finger, and offers identification time of less than 1.5 seconds. It connects with the central AEBAS server in real-time using Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 3G/ 4G or RS485. Built-in PoE eliminates the need for local power supply and separate backup. With TFT LCD and intuitive user interface, it supports time clocking functions. It is simple to install and operate with multiple connectivity options and wall mounting.    

Videonetics has appointed Sarang Suhas Deshpande as General Manager – Strategic Alliances and Pre-sales. He will be playing an instrumental role in defining and implementing strategies for expanding business along with fostering deeper engagement with key influencers comprising consultants, system integrators, and end-users, to name a few. Additionally, as a strategic focus, Sarang will continue to further strengthen the company’s business in smart & safe city vertical along with large enterprise market. Sarang brings nearly 20 years of experience in Security Engineering, Security Audits, ERP, e-Governance and Networking. He has a proven track record of consistently working on security projects ranging from city surveillance, campus surveillance, access control project, industrial and residential security projects and so on. Prior to joining Videonetics, he was spearheading MIPL, and was responsible for security audits, systems planning, designing security networks, guide the organizations on information systems and e-Governance applications. Commenting on the appointment, Avinash Trivedi, VP-Business Development at Videonetics said, “We are excited to have Sarang joining Videonetics as part of the leadership team to further develop market for Videonetics across the country. His deep experience in the IT & Security market will add greater depth which will be vital for our ambitious growth plans.” On his appointment Sarang Suhas Deshpande expressed, “I am excited to join Videonetics, an Indian company that is doing pioneering work in visual computing and surveillance space globally. I am eagerly looking forward to this exciting challenge to further strengthen Videonetics market leadership position and create newer markets.  

Oncam broke new ground as its award-winning Evolution Stainless Steel camera earned the coveted Standard 169 accreditation from NSF International. The innovative and robust 360-degree camera from Oncam is the first and only surveillance camera of its kind to receive the NSF mark in the ‘Special Purpose Food Equipment and Devices’ category. Oncam’s Evolution Stainless Steel camera series has gained recognition for its ability to cater to more extreme environments that require exceptional resistance to corrosion. The camera boasts an IP69K rating, the highest protection rating available against weather, water, and dust, as well as an IK10 rating against vandalism. It can be washed with high-pressure jets of more than 1,000psi at up to 80 degrees celsius, enabling it to withstand demanding environments. The system is ideal for surveillance applications in diverse arenas like food processing facilities, industrial and chemical plants, vehicle wash stations, and ports and marine applications, amongst others. In addition to resilience, its premium material and stylish design make the Oncam Evolution Stainless Steel camera a complementary addition to any architecture. The latest accreditation, as well as the multiple other awards and commendations the product has received, highlight how its premium material and build quality make it ideal for security applications in challenging and harsh environments. “The NSF mark is a testament to the design of the Evolution Stainless Steel camera series, and underlines Oncam’s commitment to quality, compliance and safety. Its robust build brings unrivalled possibilities to environments with stringent sanitation requirements and adds diversity to our existing line of 5MP and 12MP cameras,” said Abhishek Kumar, Regional Director, South Asia, Oncam, “The Evolution Stainless Steel cameras are designed to be visually appealing and to provide exceptional protection from the elements, while offering the same quality and technological innovation which Oncam is famous for to its customers.”

 UL  a global safety science organization, in association with Centre for Safety Engineering (CSE) at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) conducted a live fire test at the institute’s Palaj campus. This test is the fifth in line, after the first four tests conducted last year as part of Phase 1, revealed immediate issues and concerns that needed attention in order to improve fire safety of building envelopes. The test involved setting a three-storey building on fire to study the impact of dangers posed by modern construction methods and materials, thereby defining the need to modernise fire engineering. The building comprised of an insulating material along with an ACP-glass facade, and was conducted in the presence of several stakeholders including fire experts from India and the US, researchers, practicing engineers, policymakers, contractors and manufacturers. UL and IIT Gandhinagar had joined hands last year, with the understanding that fire safety as part of disaster management is the topmost priority, given the increasing use of facades of different types (glass, aluminium, composite etc.) in building construction. A spate of accidents in India and elsewhere underlined the need for rigorous standards and codes in this area. Suresh Sugavanam, UL’s Managing Director of South Asia said, “Over the last one year, our association with the Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar and the commitment to study fire safety has opened the doors to several interesting and important findings. This partnership is helping us realise our safety mission while working towards developing India-specific fire safety standards. We are extremely pleased to release the research findings of the Phase I project, titled ‘A first of its kind report on glass façade testing project: Research on glass façade fire testing.’ This live fire test as part of the second phase will further help us in gaining insights in order to recommend relevant standards and solutions.” Prof Sudhir K Jain, Director, IITGN shared his insights on the fire tests and said, “The installation of glass, aluminium or composite facades was found to be the culprit of few major building fire accidents in the recent years in India and abroad. It is expected that such tests will provide scientific insights into the interaction between insulating materials, facade materials and building compartments in realistic fire scenarios and help improve their safety.” Earlier during the day, a discussion on building facades and fire safety was conducted were research findings of the Phase I of the IITGN-UL project were also presented and discussed, and the formal report of findings was released. Titled ‘A first of its kind report on glass façade testing project: Research on glass façade fire testing,’ the report was released at the hands of Prof Jain and Mr Suresh Sugavanam. Eminent speakers included D K Shami, Fire Advisor, Ministry of Home Affairs; Dr. Pravinray Gandhi, UL LLC; Mr. Sugavanam; and Prof. Gaurav Srivastava, Principal Investigator of the Project, IITGN. Additionally, the William Henry Merrill Fire Engineering Laboratory was also inaugurated by Prof. Jain and Mr. Sugavanam. The centre reinforces the strong commitment of IIT Gandhinagar and Underwriters Laboratories towards enhancing safety within and outside India.  

Financial management exists right from the era of kingdoms in Indonesia. Ministry of Finance is an institution under Indonesian Government, which has an important role in conducting economic development. Business challenges After having a word with the officials, Matrix found that the palm geometry readers got dirty when users placed their palm on its surface, and the devices were not able to reflect real-time attendance in the system. Hence, they were not getting correct time-attendance data for timely and accurate salary payment. To resolve this they wanted latest contactless technology for centralized time-attendance solution, which can connect its 141 locations with the head office in Jakarta. Furthermore, they needed a solution which could be easily integrated with their existing time-attendance and payroll software. Solution Matrix gave a comprehensive People Mobility Management Solution that took care of all their business challenges. The centralized solution connects 141 different locations with the COSEC CENTRA server at their corporate head office in Jakarta. Attendance of each employee can be marked from any location as all the terminals are interconnected with each other as well as with the central server through VPN network. User credentials will be transferred automatically to every device connected with the COSEC CENTRA server. It will prevent users to enroll at every location. Furthermore, Matrix provided COSEC DOOR PVR, which is a contactless technology that reads internal vascular pattern of palm and gives accurate results to provide utmost security and hygiene. These palm patterns are unique to each individual and exist underneath the skin layer so they cannot be faked, thereby making it more secure than any other biometric technology. Results Reduced salary calculation time by 80%. Improved productivity. Error free time-attendance data for salary. Faster decision making with the help of informative reports.  

CP PLUS outshines at Secutech, Thailand yet again. A long time participant of the show, CP PLUS pulled off a successful show this year with an elaborate display of its state-of-the-art security products and solutions. Up on showcase at the show were some of the best products and technologies from CP PLUS – Edge analytics that offer capabilities such as facial recognition, people counting, missing/ abandoned object detection, area protect and more; HD and Ultra HD surveillance that offers unmatched clarity and details; CP PLUS EzyKam, which offers the convenience of viewing home on the phone from anywhere in the world; advanced WDR offering incredible visibility in varying light conditions; and cutting-edge mobile DVR solutions that are 100% tamper proof, 100% shock resistant, 100% vibration resistant, and come with GPS tracking, Wi-Fi to transfer data, and super capacitor for power protection. The event saw an overwhelming response as visitors poured in through all the 3 days of the show, curious to learn about the technologies on showcase, and how they can be leveraged to secure their establishments.    It was a great show. Months of hard work have gone into making this show a success, and to see   the footfall volume gives us immense content and pleasure. We had some of our best solutions on   display, such as our Edge analytics, advanced WDR solutions, mobile DVR solutions, HD   solutions, among others. – Aditya Khemka MD, CP PLUS