barox Kommunikation AG - Experts & Thought Leaders

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, is proud to announce its inclusion in the new Harper Chalice demonstration HUB - opened at Harper Chalice headquarters in Coventry. Part of the Vitaprotech Group, Harper Chalice are experts in perimeter security solutions, manufacturing, supplying and installing specialist electronic perimeter security systems. They offer a complete range of modular and scalable solutions, with systems used to protect varied sites from the highest level of security threat, through to commercial, single-site applications. Integrated product solutions Visitors to the new protest HUB will see the barox range defined with a full product showcase The new Harper Chalice demonstration HUB features displays of integrated product solutions across multiple vendors, all targeted towards the high security/CNI (Critical National Infrastructure) space and showcasing NPSA-approved PIDS/hatch detection and Access Control systems, as well CAPSS-approved PSIM/VMS solutions. Visitors to the new demonstration HUB will see the barox range represented with a full product showcase. Offering a ‘hands-on’, real-time user experience, multiple barox industrial switch options can be configured to illustrate seamless third-party integration to cameras, perimeter detection, access control and multiple different PSIM and VMS platforms. Long-term technical relationship Product vendors include Advancis, Genesys by ISM, Genetec, Milestone, Prysm, Synectics, Velocity Vision, Veracity, TDSI, Hanwha, 360 Vision Technology and many more. barox’s inclusion in the new HUB stems from a long-term technical relationship between the two businesses, with both companies part of the successful CNI Security Group. CNI security applications CNI stakeholders can visit a single location to experience the many different integrated technologies The ethos of the CNI Security Group, to promote synergy between partner businesses with tailored product solutions for deployment in the high security/CNI space, is realised at the HUB, with real-time physical demonstrations available for evaluation by integrator and end-user customers. At the HUB, CNI stakeholders can visit a single location to experience the many different integrated technologies suitable for CNI security applications. Users can experience barox 10G switch options, alongside multiple switch and media converter alternatives, including those suitable for sub-station installation. Access control systems Partner manufacturers’ cameras, perimeter detection solutions and access control systems complete the showcase - all displayed and controlled through multiple different control platforms, to give a genuine hands-on experience of an end-to-end solution designed specifically for High Security, CNI, and Rail applications. The centre is also available to be used as a comprehensively equipped conference facility for customer meetings. “We’re thrilled to be offering a world-class demonstration facility to benefit our installer, solution integrator, end-user and specifiers customers,” says Adam O’Reilly, Managing Director of Harper Chalice." HUB’s extensive solutions The centre is also available to be used as a fully equipped conference facility for client meetings O’Reilly added: “The Harper Chalice demonstration HUB has been designed to demonstrate integrated solutions across multiple vendors, whilst also showcasing NPSA-approved PIDS/detection and hatch systems, with the idea that all CNI stakeholders can visit just a single location to see the many different integrated technologies available for CNI security applications." “As part of the HUB’s extensive solutions offering, our long-term technical partner, barox, will be showing multiple industrial switch options and their unparalleled depth of third-party control system integrations.” CNI security innovation Sara Fisher, barox International Market Development Specialist commented: “barox is delighted to have been selected to be part of the Harper Chalice HUB initiative, a ‘centre of excellence’ for CNI security innovation. It’s fabulous to have the opportunity to showcase our technologies alongside other ‘best in class’ partner manufacturers in the security industry."  "Feedback from the market has been very positive and we look forward to welcoming our clients and contacts to the HUB soon, to see the power of barox products in action.” PoE video switches  barox products are currently employed within many high security, high profile and Critical National Infrastructure sites both in the UK and overseas.  For more information on the barox range of managed and unmanaged industrial media converters and professional PoE video switches designed specifically for CNI security applications.

In response to significant international growth, barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters and IP extenders, continue to reinforce their advanced technical development and global client support, with the appointment of Jeneeben Jesujeevagan, as Head of Engineering. Based from the company’s headquarters in Switzerland, Jeneeben will head the technical development of the barox range and champion the company’s technology partner integrations, harnessing barox’s capabilities to deliver ‘Switches made for video’ and specifically, advanced integrated diagnostic tools and features to support integrators and end-users. Complex network configurations Jeneeben was liable for defining standards, network analysis and the design of network designs Other responsibilities include managing the global technical support teams and further expanding the company’s training programme for international markets, in particular the UK. Jeneeben brings a wealth of experience to his new role, including technical expertise gained at his previous position at global automotive components supplier, Faurecia Autositze GmbH. Here, Jeneeben was responsible for defining standards, network analysis and the design of complex network configurations. Advancement of barox technology “I’m really looking forward to making a start on the continued technical advancement of barox technology to support general and high-security video surveillance applications, such as those suitable for public space, transportation hubs, distribution centres, arenas, CNI, prisons and shopping malls,” says Jeneeben. “Drawing on my extensive technical development experience and in combination with the advancement of the barox switch range’s powerful feature set and built-in cyber security – my focus will be to sustain and further develop barox as an industry pioneer at the forefront of technical development. I am also looking forward to meeting and engaging with barox’s international clientele, as part of our new training initiative." Technical product development “We are delighted to welcome Jeneeben to the barox team,” says Rudolf Rohr, barox Co-founder & Managing partner. “This new appointment underlines our continued commitment to research, development, support and training where we constantly endeavour to drive technical product development and expertise across the industry." "With a Head of Engineering the calibre of Jeneeben, we’ll be able to ensure the development of our range and technical prowess continues to rise exponentially to the benefit of our customers across the globe.”

barox Kommunikation AG, the global manufacturer of professional standard switches, PoE media converters, and IP extenders, will be participating in the Milestone Xperience Day UK  as a key technology partner. Taking place between 17-18 September at The Belfry Hotel & Resort Luxury Hotel in Sutton Coldfield, the event is billed as a premier opportunity for networking and knowledge exchange with attendees personally invited by Milestone.  Smart-barox plug-in Following the release of ‘Smart-barox’, a DMS SNMP plug-in that greatly extends Milestone XProtect® Video Management Software usability, a key exhibitor at the Milestone Xperience Day UK, barox, will be highlighting their unrivaled technical expertise in industrial IP networking products - specifically designed to meet the demands of the video/IP CCTV market.   With their enviable track record of supplying significant-high security and critical national infrastructure projects across the globe, barox integration technology affords seamless Milestone range compatibility, allowing installers and operators to manage their security network and connected devices via the XProtect Smart Client.  Easy recognition A live graphical overview of devices and network topology makes invaluable network information instantly available With Smart-barox, a live graphical overview of devices and network topology makes invaluable network information instantly available, with the diagnostic data showing the status of cameras and switches to allow the fast pinpointing of any network or device issues. Offering peace-of-mind to Milestone XProtect® operators, they will always have sight of which cameras or devices are connected and operational, and for easier recognition, camera names can be displayed too, via ONVIF.  Device Management System Proactively identifying and responding to camera degeneration, or by automatically rebooting frozen cameras, Smart-barox can significantly reduce engineering callouts and support costs. Furthermore, the Smart-barox Device Management System will automatically log the fault and flag up the issues, to further help installers pinpoint and diagnose specific system component issues.  User benefits Attendees will be able to experience the seamless integration of barox technology with the Milestone XProtect® Other essential Smart-barox user benefits include cyber security features, such as authentication certificate login, and 100Mbits - 1000Mbits Jumbo Frames, to ensure camera frames are not lost. At the Milestone Xperience Day UK, attendees will be able to experience the seamless integration of barox technology with the Milestone XProtect® Video Management Software for themselves. Advanced integration “We are delighted to support our long-term technical partner, Milestone,” says Sarah Moss, barox Sales Manager UK & Eire. “Our involvement with the Milestone XPerience Day UK reinforces the benefits of the two pioneering brands in the security market working closely together to provide easy advanced integration for consultants, integrators, and end-users." "We’re inviting visitors to the event to come and see how the Smart-barox plug-in, when combined with Milestone XProtect®, can optimise system management and performance, while dramatically enhancing the way security networks can be supported.”