29.07.2010

Cargo Screening

August will see another deadline missed to deliver effective security for belly-hold freight on passenger flights. The news was broken by Gale Rossides, Acting Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), in testimony before the Appropriations Committee‘s subcommittee on Homeland Security in the US House of Representatives in early March. more27.07.2010

Power to the People

Coal, gas, nuclear or hydro-power, solar power, geothermal, renewable energy, combined cycle or biomass - every power plant is different. From the way in which it produces energy, its location, its design, age and time of commissioning, national legislation and local regulations to regional fire departmental regulations and even insurance stipulations; all need to be recognized as factors which influence the demands of each site for security, fire safety and building comfort. more20.07.2010

One for All

The key ring in your pocket is probably quite heavy, with keys of different shapes and sizes to fit the front door of your house, the garage, the garden shed, the main entrance to your office and your own room as well as your summer cottage. Having just one key to open and lock all of these is now possible with a new system that runs entirely without batteries, either in the lock or in the key. more08.07.2010

HD Cameras and Alarm Systems Integration

At Ifsec it was time for Panasonic to present the third generation of i-Pro SmartHD cameras to their European customers and to show the new Smart HD concept, GIT-SECURITY.com had already reported about in the cover story of issue 3/2010. Visitors at the show could also see Panasonic's entirely new system called Panasonic Alarm Manager. The system monitors multiple third party alarm inputs and generates multiple, customisable outputs. more06.07.2010

Innovations on the Doorstep

According to the figures of the last half-yearly report, the business of Mobotix AG is growing splendidly. Against a consistently difficult economic background, in the first six months of the 2009/10 year under review Mobotix was able to achieve an increase in turnover of about 9%, to € 23.9 million. These good figures were crucially aided by the successful product launch of the Q24 camera line, Mx2wire technology and a continued growth in export trade. more01.07.2010

Sunny in South Africa

Slot machines, roulette tables and entertainment - the choice at the Grand West Casino near Cape Town leaves nothing to be desired. The Grand West, which is part of the Sun International Group, is the largest casino in South Africa and now also relies on video security technology from Dallmeier. It follows the Golden Valley Casino which is already operating with a solution from the German manufacturer. more29.06.2010

Solar Power

With growth rates of 60% solar power plants are one of the most rapidly expanding segments in the energy sector. But how can the huge open-air solar parks - which can quickly reach a size of several hectares - be effectively protected against vandalism, sabotage and theft?
viasys intelligent video has developed a concept for this scenario that has been implemented at numerous sites. more24.06.2010

IP Video Secures French Eurotunnel Terminal

In a major CCTV upgrade, Eurotunnel's French passenger terminal has deployed a widely distributed IP Video solution from IndigoVision. Used for security, traffic management and immigration control, the networked CCTV system has transformed Eurotunnel's surveillance operation. more