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Videcom installed Silvernet MAX 95 and MAX 500 links to achieve high speed IP transmission of video When North Lincolnshire Council commissioned town centre specialists, Videcom Security to install a new public safety CCTV camera system in Winterton, the specification called for the images captured by the cameras to be transmitted without loss, to its central control room 28 Kilometres away in Scunthorpe. Traditional transmission methods using leased fibre to transmit the cameras back to Scunthorpe was neither a practical option nor cost effective, so Videcom, recommended a secure wireless IP network solution manufactured by SilverNet. Winterton is a small town with a population of 4,700 people. North Lincolnshire Council decided to fund the installation of the video surveillance system in order to deter and detect anti-social and criminal activity and by doing so, demonstrate its support of the local community and businesses by creating a safe town centre environment. 24/7 monitoring of live video, as well as access to recorded images, was considered to be essential if the video surveillance system was to be effective and it made sense for this to happen at an existing, fully equipped central control room in Scunthorpe. “Having been responsible for maintaining the Scunthorpe town centre video surveillance system for the past eight years, we were very pleased to have been awarded the contract to provide the complete solution for this project,” said Bill Mead, Executive Director of Videcom Security. “We sourced full HD ONVIF LG fixed cameras and Redvision IP PTZ domes to provide coverage within Winterton Town Centre. Having very successfully worked with Silvernet on other projects, including Scunthorpe and Brigg, we had no hesitation in recommending the installation of MAX 95 and the new high capacity MAX 500 wireless transmission links, both of which are from the SilverNet PRO range, to achieve the objective of high speed IP transmission of video over the required 28 Kilometres.” Videcom Security has installed two new Silvernet MAX 500 links back-to-back, high up on the southern tower of the Humber Bridge, whilst seven pairs of MAX 95 links have been installed to collect the cameras locally at street level, producing a resilient solution with high capacity Backhaul transmission. “Installing the SilverNet links on the south tower of the Humber Bridge was an interesting challenge, but overall, with careful planning and safety induction, it proved to be an uncomplicated installation process,” said Danny Harsley, Senior Network Engineer for Videcom Security. “The key to success for any project which involves wireless network transmission is to carry out a detailed site survey and work with the manufacturer to calculate the bandwidth requirements. As a result of doing this, we have been able to supply the client with a solution which utilises transmission equipment that is stable and has a huge throughput capacity. “Silvernet are Videcom’s preferred IP Wireless Partner. They provide us with excellent pro-active pre-sales and installation support, as well as first class training.”

The partnership allows SilverNet’s products to deliver wirelessly networked IDIS’ DirectIP surveillance solutions IDIS, the dedicated surveillance powerhouse, has formed a technology partnership with SilverNet, the wireless networking solutions specialists. The partnership has seen customers utilising SilverNet’s products to deliver wirelessly networked DirectIP™ surveillance solutions to deliver tangible cost savings. “We are delighted to have the opportunity to work closely with SilverNet who share our view that a seamless integrated solution is a key factor in ensuring that our mutual clients can achieve the maximum return on their investment in a video surveillance system,” said Jamie Barnfield, Senior Sales Manager at IDIS Europe. “IDIS and SilverNet’s technical teams have successfully cooperated to ensure compatibility between our two company’s respective products. This has resulted in an immediate benefit to our clients who are specifying SilverNet systems because they wish to take advantage of the costs savings that can be achieved by a wireless networking solution.” Utilising a wireless network as a method of transmitting video and data can result in massive savings compared to the cost of traditional cabling methods or leased lines, and as such offers a highly cost-effective option for businesses and organisations that are looking at ways to reduce their ongoing infrastructure costs. Packaged as an end-to-end solution, DirectIP™ comprises a range of cameras, monitors, network video recorders (NVR) and comprehensive video management software to deliver unrivalled plug-and-play simplicity, combined with highest-quality performance and reliability.

Keith Newton said the agreement willhelp SilverNet build a pan-Europeanpresence SilverNet has appointed communication solutions specialist Distrimedia to distribute its wireless networking range in France. "Following on from the success achieved over recent years in the UK, SilverNet is looking to develop a strong pan-European presence and we fully appreciate that in order to do so, we need to work with business partners who understand local market requirements in key countries such as France," said Keith Newton, Business Development Manager for SilverNet. "We are therefore very pleased that Distrimedia will be supporting Silvernet in France. It is a company that since 1992 has built an excellent reputation for providing installers and systems integrators with expert advice on the design and implementation of IP network projects based solutions." SilverNet’s wireless systems, which include Point to Point, Point to Multipoint and Backhaul options, can deliver substantial savings compared to the cost of traditional cabling methods or leased lines. They offer a highly cost-effective option for businesses and organisations that are looking at ways to reduce their ongoing infrastructure costs.