Power supply & battery case studies

Newbury Manor School, a specialist institution managed by Aspris Children’s Services, has recently undertaken a major security upgrade to enhance the safety of its students. Located in Somerset, the school provides education and care for young people aged 6-19 with additional needs. Ensuring student safety is paramount, and the school sought a fencing solution that would offer both security and durability while maintaining a welcoming environment. Modern safeguarding standards The schoo...

KA Beveren is a sports school located in Belgium, known for providing sports education and nurturing many student-athletes. Recently KA Beveren underwent a significant upgrade to its security infrastructure, aiming to improve the safety of students, staff, and facilities. VIVOTEK, the pioneering security solution provider, played a pivotal role in the project. In collaboration with distributor Optima Networks and integrator Educorner bvba, VIVOTEK’s advanced AI solutions, helped KA Bevere...

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are essential for storing renewable energy and ensuring grid stability. However, their implementation comes with inherent risks, particularly related to lithium-ion battery fires. BESS fires can start from thermal runaway, where one cell failure can trigger a cascade of overheating, leading to fires that are difficult to extinguish and can last for hours or even days. Should a fire breakout, hazardous gases would release from the batteries, posing health ri...

The university encountered a significant challenge with the competitor’s attendance tracking solution for its teaching staff. Seeking a more precise and seamless method of capturing daily attendance across multiple campuses, the institution aimed to establish a centralised platform for attendance management. The key objectives included enhancing ease of access for employees to view their attendance records and efficiently manage leave requests. A notable consideration was the need for a s...

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Corporation that specialises in smart technologies for businesses and communities, announced its selection by Triumph Development to introduce innovative solutions for their new community, Timber Ridge Village, located in Vail, Colorado. Comcast Smart Solutions will help Timber Ridge implement state-of-the-art smart cameras and AI-powered video analytics across the upcoming seven-building community. Integrated with a cloud-managed VMS The multifa...

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has transformed its Real Time Operations Centre (RTOC) with RGB Spectrum’s cutting-edge XtendPoint KVM-over-IP technology, advancing public safety operations through enhanced video processing, seamless information sharing, and real-time collaboration. RGB Spectrum solution Led by Dave Fontneau, Chief Information Officer of the Technology Division, the Orange County RTOC was designed as a technology incubator,...

An integrated video surveillance and intercom solution from IDIS is boosting profitability and supporting expansion for Anytime Fitness health clubs in Belgium and the Netherlands.  Part of a global franchise of more than 5,200 gyms, all 130 Anytime Fitness clubs in the Benelux region now benefit from IDIS video surveillance which allows efficient and flexible remote management of the gym facilities on phones and tablets, via the IDIS Mobile Plus app. IDIS Video Intercom (DC-I6216WRX) N...

Founded in 2020 by a team of energy professionals in Milan, Sunprime is a fast-growing independent renewable energy producer that develops sustainable photovoltaic plants across Italy. Their focus is mainly commercial and industrial (C&I) segment, ground-mounted systems on industrial land and industrial electricity storage systems. Challenges With global initiatives toward green sustainability and carbon neutrality, the demand for photovoltaic power generation construction is growing rap...

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city and home to over half a million citizens. It’s also a worldwide tourist hotspot that attracts more than 4 million visitors each year. The City of Edinburgh Council is responsible for providing all local government services for the city and its immediate surroundings. In recent years, the city council created a Digital and Smart City strategy. The goal was to introduce innovative new technologies to help solve challenges, better manage our resourc...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a pioneering manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced that a pioneering teaching hospital in Northeast England, has enhanced its security infrastructure with i-PRO X-Series cameras integrated with Milestone’s XProtect Video Management Software (VMS). The hospital, known for its forward-thinking approach to medicine and healthcare, is part of the National Health Service (NHS) Trust in the Northeast of th...

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) that specialises in smart technologies for businesses and communities, announced that it will provide the Youth Crisis Centre (YCC) with smart video camera technology with AI analytics capabilities to help strengthen safety protocols and provide monitoring across its facilities. Founded in 1974, the Youth Crisis Centre is a pioneering facility and nonprofit in Jacksonville, Florida. YCC has remained dedicated to its...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced The City of Edinburgh Council is using Genetec™ Security Centre as the backbone of its Smart City Strategy. The software is transforming public safety, city services and urban planning by allowing the council to manage all smart city technologies from a single interface. New applications and technologies The council’s Smart City Strategy focuses on introducing innovative technologies to manage aid...

Axis Communications, the industry pioneer in video surveillance and network devices, announced the implementation of a custom surveillance solution developed in collaboration with the MetLife Stadium security team. This new, tailored solution will help the venue augment its security capabilities, providing high-quality video at unprecedented distances and allowing the security team to identify details from anywhere in the venue. Advanced video analytics solutions “As one of the world's...

In a hyperconnected world, a lack of proactive communication can disrupt operations significantly, particularly in access control and time-attendance management. With over 2 billion global users, WhatsApp stands as a powerhouse in dynamic communication. This widely popular messaging platform provides a seamless way to streamline notifications and approvals, enabling real-time interactions and swift decision-making. Benefits of integration  Matrix not only boosts efficiency and productivi...

New investment of the highest standard. Three buildings, 69 premises in total. The project wants to ensure consistency in the use of smart home devices for controlling lighting, air conditioning, roller blinds, and more. To achieve this, each apartment is equipped with a Gira G1 smart home panel (KNX system). Additionally, the project is looking for an intercom system that can secure the entrances and integrate seamlessly with Gira G1. The solution Integration allows for centralised control o...

Gunes Park Evleri is a modern residential community situated in the vibrant city of Istanbul, Turkey. To enhance security and convenience for its residents, the community has implemented the DNAKE IP video intercom system throughout the premises. This state-of-the-art system provides an integrated security solution that allows residents to enjoy a seamless and secure living experience. The solution DNAKE smart intercom system provides residents with easy and flexible access through a variety...

Located in Istanbul, Turkey, the Nish Adalar Konut Project is a large residential community covering 61 blocks with over 2,000 apartments. DNAKE IP video intercom system has been implemented throughout the community to provide an integrated security solution, offering residents an easy and remote access control living experience.  The solution Solution highlights: Great scalability in large residential apartments Real-time video and audio communication Remote and easy mobile ac...

DNAKE, a pioneering provider of smart intercom solutions, has established long-term partnerships with top real estate companies in China and global markets over the past decades. Country Garden Holdings Company Limited (stock code: 2007.HK) is one of China’s largest residential property developers, capitalising on the rapid urbanisation of the country. As of August 2020, the Group ranked 147th on the Fortune Global 500 list. With a focus on centralised management and standardisation, Coun...

One of the UK’s major jails is enhancing surveillance with the help of video wall experts Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS), who specialise in control room installations at prisons and other high-security establishments. The prison, which can’t be named for security reasons, has been operating a 10-screen LCD video wall and video wall controller, installed by UVS, 24/7 since 2009, including regular upgrades to ensure it benefitted from the latest technology. High-security prison UVS...

RGB Spectrum®, a pioneering designer and manufacturer of real-time audio-visual solutions for defence and public safety, announces that Trident Military Systems, LLC, a pioneering provider of flight simulation systems for military organisations, has teamed up with RGB Spectrum to enhance the effectiveness of its F-16 training programs. With a focus on delivering realistic, synchronised training experiences, Trident has successfully integrated RGB Spectrum’s SuperView®, DGy™...

VIVOTEK, the global pioneering security solution provider, has played a pivotal role in enhancing campus safety at CDO Newton, a renowned educational institution in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, that helps guide students in taking their first steps toward the job market. As CDO Newton expanded its facilities, ensuring the security of students, staff, and visitors across a larger, more dynamic campus became increasingly challenging. To address this, CDO Newton turned to VIVOTEK's state-of-the-art AI se...

As a real estate development firm’s facility was nearing completion, the firm identified potential concerns with limitations in the facility’s control infrastructure. Before the building reached full occupancy, the firm engaged with Wesco Anixter’s entroCIM team for a comprehensive cybersecurity and use-case audit. As a result, the facility pivoted to a cloud-hosted instance of the entroCIM platform to deliver on the organisation’s lofty vision for a truly connected spac...

Jacksons Fencing has successfully completed the installation of an innovative sound reduction barrier and security fencing system for Matthews Haulage at their Essex logistics facility. The project, completed in 2024, was designed to address the haulage company's dual needs for noise control and site security, providing a durable, compliant, and efficient solution. Robust security Matthews Haulage, a long-established player in the transport and logistics sector, sought to minimise noise...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Susquenita School District of Perry County, Pennsylvania, to protect students and staff from gun-related violence. Located in Duncannon, the Susquenita School District comprises an elementary, middle, and high school, loc...

World Trade Centre (WTC) Amsterdam is home to more than 300 companies. The commitment of its security team to providing a safe working environment in WTC’s fixed and flexible offices goes without saying. However, building managers wanted more from their access solution. More than just an office space, WTC Amsterdam has complementary onsite facilities, including childcare, a gym, physiotherapy clinic, bar/café, dry cleaning service and more. All its facilities must be cleaned and se...

New investment of the highest standard. Three buildings, 69 premises in total. The project wants to ensure consistency in the use of smart home devices for controlling lighting, air conditioning, roller blinds, and more. To achieve this, each apartment is equipped with a Gira G1 smart home panel (KNX system). Additionally, the project is looking for an intercom system that can secure the entrances and integrate seamlessly with Gira G1.   The solution Oaza Mokotów is a high-end re...