Intruder warning device case studies
As Philadelphia beat New England at U.S. Bank Stadium, fans were able to enjoy the spectacle safely, in part thanks to Lenel. As the host of major national and international events, U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota counts on Lenel to provide advanced security systems that help protect fans attending some of the world’s leading sporting events and concerts. Lenel is part of UTC Climate Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Working in such a high-profile ve...
The challenge for a National Retail Banking Franchise was a problem with intruders cutting a hole in the roof during work hours when the security system deactivated. The intruders would come back the next morning when the security systems were deactivated from the night time security schedule to gain entrance to the facility and steal assets. With hundreds of facilities across the United States, this was a real challenge to overcome because each facility had varying security systems. The buildi...
Milestone Systems, an open platform company for IP video management software (VMS), has announced a collaboration with NMS Security, SpotterRF, Canon, Dell, Utah's Hogle Zoo, and Polar Bears International to implement a unique video surveillance solution that helps the city of Churchill, Manitoba, to keep citizens, sightseers and polar bears at a safe distance from each other. Every year, nearly 10,000 tourists pour into this small town of 1,000 to view the polar bears that migrate along the sh...
The deep learning phenomenon continues to excite the IT world, with computing power now at the level where it can be properly used in practical applications. Hikvision has been at the forefront of applying the technology in the surveillance industry and beyond. It has already released its first set of products that harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The concept of deep learning takes inspiration from the way the human brain works. Our brain is a very complex deep learning model...
Senstar is pleased to announce its FiberPatrol ranging fibre optic intrusion detection system is successfully securing the perimeter of the US headquarters campus of a major international oil and gas company. FiberPatrol has been successfully up and running along the site’s 40,000 ft (7.57 mi) perimeter, consisting of three fence types and 40 gates, for several months. “Going into the project the customer was no stranger to perimeter security with various sites around the world usin...
The high-mount external detector, XDH10TT-AM, showcases the innovation, reliability and quality upon which Pyronix has built its reputation. Usability, adaptability and reliability From the various mounting options and proven Tri-Technology to Anti-Interference Technology, which consists of Anti-Masking and Anti-Blocking, the XDH10TT-AM has been manufactured with usability, adaptability and reliability in mind. Whether a residential, industrial or commercial installation, the XDH10TT-AM maint...
Vanderbilt's integrated electronic security system is protecting sensitive social housing properties The system not only had to cater for external security such as covering approaches to the property and access points, it also had to provide coverage of the interior areas to ensure that there was no misuse of fixtures, fittings and furnishings. External intrusion detection External areas are protected by PIR beam detectors linked to the video installation. If a beam is broke...
The SoloProtect lone worker solution is BS8484 and EN50518 approved Serco is a service and outsourcing company and has been delivering essential public services for more than 50 years. Serco makes a difference to the lives of millions of people around the world. In 2012, Serco Group plc, announced that it had signed a contract with the UK Border Agency (UKBA) to deliver the COMPASS project, providing accommodation, associated services, and transport for asylum applicants in t...
“Mode 5” employs highly sophisticated encryption techniques to avoid hostile signal manipulation Airbus DS Electronics and Border Security (EBS), future HENSOLDT, equips the recently ordered A330 MRTT multirole tanker aircraft of the South Korean armed forces with cryptographic technology employing the latest “Mode 5” NATO standard. Under a contract awarded by Airbus Defence and Space, the future HENSOLDT will deliver until beginning of 2018 eight crypt...
The palm-sized MySOS device allows users to call for help at the press of a button Wood Green, the Animals Charity has turned to Skyguard – a personal safety service, by equipping their lone workers with Skyguard’s award-winning MySOS personal alarms. Ensuring staff protection The charity, which has grown over the last 90 years to become one of the UK’s leading animal welfare organisations, have a range of lone working activities that present an inherent le...
The total new ShotSpotter coverage mileage is 118 miles for a total coverage area of more than 400 miles SST, a global leader in gunfire detection and analysis, announced that six new cities − including San Diego, California and San Antonio, Texas − have selected its ShotSpotter Flex technology to help the local law enforcement agencies prevent and reduce gun violence in their cities. SST also announced expanded coverage areas for eight cities already successfully...
StaySafe allows employer to monitor location and safety status of lone workers when a session or alert is activated Introduction Saskatchewan based company, TransGas uses the StaySafe Solution to protect their employees while travelling and working alone. TransGas provide transportation and storage services to natural gas producers and consumers across Saskatchewan. With a network of 14,000 kilometres of natural gas pipelines, their operators spend much of their working day...
Reliance Protect lone worker safety services framework agreement has been extended until April 2017 Reliance High-Tech recently confirms that its exclusive Framework Agreement to deliver Reliance Protect lone worker safety services to staff in the NHS and UK public sector has been extended for a further year until April 2017. It will enable any UK public sector organisation that has not yet done so to offer its lone workers the benefits of enhanced personal protection and 24/...
Sielox CLASS enhances situational awareness and communication in the event of an emergency Sielox CLASS Crisis Lockdown Alert Status Systems (CLASS) have been selected for installation in New Jersey’s Pemberton Township School District to enhance security and safety efforts. The CLASS System meets the district’s unique security needs as outlined in a specification for an emergency communication system developed by Kathleen Devlin, Security Chief for Pemberton Towns...
The mobile app also helps Newcastle University to continue providing efficient response to incidents at any scale Newcastle University security is launching a new app to provide around the clock reassurance to students and staff on campus. Benefits of free campus safety app Going live on the 15th February, the SafeZone mobile app will be available for free to students and staff. It allows students and staff to summon assistance, while enabling security teams to implement a f...
StaySafe Business App allows Martin and Co to monitor their employees’ safety and GPS location through online Hub Martin and Co have launched the StaySafe Business App and surrounding monitoring service to provide peace of mind to their lone working agents. The StaySafe Business App allows Martin and Co Leeds City & Leeds North to monitor their employees’ safety and GPS location through an online Hub. The employee is able to start a timed session and alert the...
Xtralis VESDA was the only detector that could ensure early and reliable fire detection Xtralis VESDA VLS aspirating smoke detectors will provide fire prevention at the new Abu Dhabi International Airport Midfield Terminal Building (MTB), scheduled to open in 2017. The MTB will be the largest in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and one of the region’s most architecturally impressive structures. Xtralis VESDA & VESDA-E aspirating smoke detectors (ASD) now protect many of the...
The MySOS, is a keyfob-sized personal safety device that enables the user to call for help at the touch of a button Sutton and East Surrey Water has entrusted Skyguard – Europe’s Personal Safety Service, to protect their lone working meter readers, inspectors and water samplers, enhancing their safety whilst carrying out duties. Customer Providing water to over 282,000 homes across east Surrey as well as parts of South London, West Sussex and Kent, Sutton and Eas...
Amthal designs, delivers and installs smart CCTV systems alongside all fire alarms for the ultimate safety of staff and customers Amthal is working with Hawksmoor through an ambitious growth plan throughout the UK, providing fire and security services for all new and inherited buildings. Hawksmoor, a British steakhouse and cocktail bar, which has been described as ‘flawless’ by The Times restaurant critic Giles Coren, and one of the best restaurant groups in the c...
While any valuable art collection, whether it is paintings, sculptures or other art, is to be seen and admired, they also represent a high security risk for the owners or the borrower, as some can be extremely valuable. Theft or damage can have severe financial consequences for the museums owning or displaying them, not only from an insurance perspective, but also from the potential damage to its reputation. There is a method of alerting security staff if an artwork is being touched or tampered...
Amthal provides ultimate peace of mind and new stores can be opened on a much tighter timeframe Amthal Fire & Security partners with Jollyes Petfood Stores through its ambitious growth plans, maintaining all fire and security services as it expands its store services across mainland UK. Since its launch in 1971, Jollyes has grown into one of the largest chains of pet food superstores with 56 Jollyes stores across the UK, celebrating its newest opening in Perth, Scotland....
By employing the existing LAN network, the costs of secured phone lines were avoided The importance of interoperability for organisations with a large number of satellite operations has been demonstrated by a project in which Vanderbilt has supplied a managed security system for some 1310 post offices throughout Austria. The system was supplied to Österreichische Post AG to protect their network of Post Offices which provide a wide range of services to the people of Aust...
UK fire prevention specialist Southern Fire Alarms was selected by Ricardo to provide reliable and resilient fire prevention at the landmark facility Xtralis VESDA VLP and VLC aspirating smoke detectors are providing very early warning smoke detection for the Ricardo Vehicle Emissions Research Centre (VERC), a new facility for the development of next-generation clean, low carbon vehicles located in Shoreham, UK. Ricardo is a global engineering, strategic and environmental...
OPTEX REDSCAN laser detection technology is at the heart of a new system developed and delivered in the UK by Tew Plus, a system integrator, to enhance the safety of more than 400 level crossings from Scotland to the South Coast. Incorporates the LIDAR Following nearly two years of testing, Tew Plus achieved full Network Rail Product Approval for its Level Crossing Obstacle Detector (LIDAR) using the OPTEX REDSCAN as the core detection element. The complete MCB-OD Level Crossings solution inco...
The VEU provides the best fire protection without distracting from the unusual and beautiful curvature of the glass atrium The Chadstone shopping complex is the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere, located in Melbourne, Australia. With over 20 million visitors annually, the high-end outlet is a retail home for world-class brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, and Tiffany & Co. Chadstone has recently undergone a $600 million+ expansion, which will inclu...
Xtralis created VESDA-E VLQ specifically to deliver cost-effective very early warning smoke detection for compact areas like DCCs Russian Railways (Rossiyskie Zheleznye Dorogi or RZhD) owns and operates Russia's entire railroad system, annually carrying over 1 billion passengers. With over 85,000 Km of track and 1.2 billion tonnes of freight shipped annually, RZhD operates the third largest rail network in the world. RZhD has 12 main lines, many of which provide direct con...
MySOS Mandown provides lone workers with a simple yet effective way to call for help in any emergency situation In order to alleviate the risk to its lone working maintenance team, Circle Housing Property Services has introduced ‘MySOS Mandown’ personal safety devices, developed exclusively by Skyguard. Easy to use personal safety alarm Circle Housing Property Services (CHPS) are an in-house property maintenance team providing services to Circle Housing&rsquo...
Trinity Estates needed to establish a maintained system to secure residents in terms of fire safety Amthal Fire & Security is the fire safety partner of choice for Trinity Estates, currently looking after the fire requirements of properties maintained by the national property management company. Trinity Estates, specialise in providing property management solutions to blocks of flats, residential estates and mixed-use developments of any size and complexity. With over...
Kentec’s unique tamper resistant window was chosen to protect the fire alarm panels from unauthorised access to its controls A major expansion by the UK’s leading gym operator has seen new fire safety systems, using Kentec fire alarm control panels, installed in new premises across the country to protect users and staff. The Gym Group is the UK’s largest gym operator with in excess of 500,000 members, just six years after it first opened its doors. The c...
St John wanted to ensure that their lone workers were better protected whilst visiting and travelling between customers Charitable healthcare organisation St John New Zealand have launched the StaySafe smartphone app and surrounding cloud based monitoring service to protect their lone workers. The app will be used to monitor their medical alarm representatives who install, test and service emergency medical alarms for 40,000 vulnerable or elderly customers across New Zealand....
