IP Camera applications

Axis network cameras chosen by the Scottish Wildlife Trust to track arrival of rare osprey

The AXIS Q6035-E PTZ Dome Network Camera is mounted at the top of the tree canopy, some 60 feet high The Scottish Wildlife Trust is harnessing the power of Axis network cameras to provide live video to anyone wanting to track the arrival of a rare osprey as it returns from West Africa, where it spent the winter, to Scotland. The AXIS Q6035-E PTZ Dome Network Camera is mounted at the top of the tree canopy, some 60 feet high, and is focused on one particular osprey’s nes...

Hikvision provides proactive security measures to South African school campus

Strand High School offers a peaceful learning environment & has excellent academic facilities It seems there isn't a week that goes by where some type of horrific school-related incident is in the news. This phenomenon isn't linked to any country, but the unfortunate script usually includes someone - often a student - arriving on campus intent on doing harm to fellow classmates and faculty. While this represents the absolute worst case scenario, there is also a less d...

IndigoVision’s security system secures world’s largest solar tracking power station in China

IndigoVision’s solution allows the power station to transmit footage to a remote control room at ultra-low bandwidth Ningxia Zhongwei Tianjingshan has chosen to deploy four of IndigoVision’s NVR-AS 3000s and a total of 80 encoders as part of their new security system. IndigoVision’s solution was chosen for its advanced H.264 compression technology, which allows the power station to transmit footage to a remote control room at ultra-low bandwidth. Anothe...

AxxonSoft's Intellect PSIM software platform deployed at Eko Hotel & Suites in Nigeria

The solution includes two servers, several remote workstations for operators, and 165 IP video cameras AxxonSoft is active like never before in expanding the customer base of its surveillance products in Africa, including in West Africa. Recently a security system powered by the Axxon Intellect PSIM software platform was installed at Eko Hotel & Suites in Nigeria. Eko Hotel & Suites is a popular accommodation site for guests and tourists in Lagos, with a population of...

VIVOTEK IP cameras provide seamless security at Khalij Hospital, Iran

 Khalij Hospital commissioned Pooya Fara Negar (PFN), VIVOTEK’s local distributor, to install a security network Background: patient safety and medical quality are top priority  To ensure patient safety and optimise medical quality, a reliable surveillance system is critical for hospitals, especially for those located in highly populated areas. Bushehr is the capital of Bushehr Province, which is located in southeastern Iran. With a population of over 200,000...

MOBOTIX IP based solution protects students and employees at Herne Bay High School in Kent

Working closely with NCS Technology, the school installed MOBOTIX’s indoor and outdoor cameras MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based security vision systems has released details of a project at Herne Bay High School, a mixed ability Academy, with designated Sports College status, in Kent, that has benefited from long term use of MOBOTIX technology to help build and sustain a thriving educational community. Herne Bay High School is o...

2014 FIFA World Cup: Sony to deliver 2,500 hours of live HD and 4K match footage to screens worldwide

Sony announces firms it will be working with to deliver the most content rich World Cup tournament to date At the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Sony will be responsible for delivering over 2,500 hours’ worth of live match footage as the theatre of football unfolds over 32 days, with 64 matches across 2 time zones. Recently, the company has announced the firms it will be working with to realise this goal and deliver the most content rich World Cup tournament to date, with all 64 m...

Samsung video surveillance system improves safety for the Silver Bells Parade in Michigan

Each year in Lansing, Michigan, the holiday season unofficially begins with the Silver Bells Parade. This year, 80,000 people crowded the streets of Lansing on November 22 to see the hour-long parade, which ends in front of the Michigan State Capitol building with a traditional tree lighting ceremony. The crowd shouts along with the countdown from ten, the grand marshals throw a giant ornamental switch, and the tree lights are brilliantly illuminated while a giant fireworks display lights the sk...

Samsung surveillance systems selected to protect The Naval Ordinance Test Unit at Cape Canaveral, Florida

The Naval Ordnance Test Unit (NOTU) at the Cape Canaveral, Florida, Air Force Station supports and tests sea-based weapons in a safe environment. The unit also operates the Navy Port at Port Canaveral, supporting submarines and surface ships of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet and of foreign navies, as well as the assets of the Military Sealift Command. The unit's location, which is surrounded by ocean on three sides, poses a challenge for electronic devices to operate dependably due to its corrosive, sa...

Samsung Spider Cam with IR LED offers 24 hour surveillance for water treatment facility in California

Protecting critical infrastructure is essential to ensure public safety and the preservation of life, property and assets. Our nation’s reservoirs, once a destination for social gatherings, family picnics or just a daily jog, have been deemed “off limits” over the past few years as they are potential targets for terrorism. Despite monitoring systems put in place to detect chemical agents in our water system, the first line of defense is to keep individuals from entering reservo...

Samsung video surveillance cameras boosts security for All Saints Catholic School in Michigan

When All Saints Catholic School in Canton, Michigan first opened its doors in 1997, it was a model of then-current practices regarding school design and teaching. The administrative office was located in the centre of the school and teaching followed the “cells and bells” format. Fire drills and supervised playgrounds and hallways were standard school safety measures. School safety becomes a priority Over the years as school safety designs and practices have evolved, so too has the...

Guido Coal Mine chooses VIVOTEK IP cameras to keep staff and visitors secure

320 metres below ground level, VIVOTEK's IP cameras send crystal clear images back to engineers Background: advanced protection for a 158-year-old coal mine The Monumental Guido Coal Mine, which was founded in 1855, is located in the City of Zabrze in Silesia Province in southern Poland. The name of Coal Mine – Guido – originates from the name of big industrialist, millionaire – Prince Guido Henkel von Donnersmarck. For more than a hundred years transformati...

Sony’s IP cameras secure New York City Marathon

Sony’s IP cameras were selected for their ability to stream over a wireless mesh network The New York City Marathon is the largest in the world. After the 2012 race was cancelled due to Superstorm Sandy, a record number of runners turned out for the return of the marathon in 2013. More than 50,000 people finished the race, the most ever in any marathon. In addition to the runners, more than two million onlookers lined the 26.2-mile route as it wound through all five...

Hikvision’s IP technology secures Libya Oil's Head Office in Cameroon

Hikvision’s DS-2CD7353F-E(I) 2MP outdoor IP camera provides video surveillance for head office's front and main entrance Located in the Littoral region in Cameroon and in the city of Douala, Douala is not only the biggest city in Cameroon, it is also the regional economic engine, as well as the country's wealthiest city. As can be expected of such a logistically vital location, many of Africa's biggest companies are represented; and among these, is Libya Oil. While it...

Sentry360's 360-degree surveillance cameras deployed by The Chicago Transit Authority

Sentry360 360-degree fisheye ultra HD cameras are integrated into the CTA’s existing video management system Sentry360, a USA-based manufacturer of advanced ultra HD surveillance cameras and systems, announced the successful deployment of the largest 360-degree surveillance camera system in mass transit history. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates the nation’s second largest public transportation system, servicing the city of Chicago and 35 surrounding sub...

Axis network cameras help raise wildlife conservation awareness through live web streams

These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually hidden in forests, groves or high atop trees Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, recently celebrates Earth Day by highlighting non-profit organisations who raise awareness of wildlife and conservation projects through live Web streams of animal habitats using Axis network cameras. These “critter cams” let viewers share in the daily lives of animals usually...

MOBOTIX secures Wm Morrison Supermarkets critical infrastructure sites

Morrisons decided upon a strategy to upgrade each of these vital IT and comms rooms MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Wm Morrison Supermarkets that is helping to secure access and reduce management complexity across 40 critical sites supporting the retailers “farm to fork” business strategy. Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC is a major UK food retailer with over 500...

Dahua upgrades video surveillance system at OCP group in Morocco

Dahua’s SD6980-HN & SD6582A-HN speed domes, NVR3216, and DVR0804HF-L were selected to secure OCP group OCP group is a global leader in phosphate and its derivatives markets headquartered in Morocco, it recently upgraded its video surveillance system with Dahua HD IP solution. OCP group has been a key player in international phosphate market since its founding in 1920. It is world’s largest exporter of phosphate rock and phosphoric acid as well as one of the wo...

Arecont Vision megapixel cameras ensure safety at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey

Arecont Vision MegaVideo compact 10MP cameras are located inside the bowl to monitor exterior seating areas Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has been selected by MetLife Stadium’s security management team to provide comprehensive, undisrupted video coverage throughout every part of its venue. Arecont Vision megapixel cameras have been deployed to ensure wide area coverage with extreme detail and the ability to electronically zo...

AXIS P5534 PTZ dome network camera secures Mainsgill Farm in North Yorkshire

The AXIS P5534 PTZ dome network camera provides constant live stream of events from inside the barn A North Yorkshire farm has installed the latest in IP video technology to enable everyone to see all the new arrivals of lambs this spring. Mainsgill Farm in Richmond has fitted an AXIS P5534 PTZ Dome Network Camera to overlook the barn and the pens in which the sheeps are giving birth, in order to allow visitors to the farm and its website, the unique opportunity to see the la...

Genetec Security Center system ensures safety at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey

The video archive feature in Genetec Security Center system captures and stores video feeds for multiple years Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced recently that MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ)—home of the New York Giants and the New York Jets—has installed the Genetec Security Center system in its 82,500 seat stadium. MetLife Stadium is one of the largest outdoor sports and entertainment venues in the US, and requir...

Brickcom CB-100Ae cube cameras installed at CAFETERÍA BREZO in Spain

Brickcom CB-100Ae megapixel cube IP cameras were installed by WAF EVOLUTION POWER in the shop CAFETERÍA BREZO is a coffee shop run since 2005 in Logroño, Spain. In the past years, the shop owners have made lots of improvements in the coffee section, including the change of the machines and the in-depth training to employees to ensure the best coffee all the time. In order to meet the customers’ needs, the shop not only provides various kinds of high quality...

IDIS DirectIP upgrades analogue CCTV at Down Hall country house hotel in England

The first phase of upgrading includes IDIS DirectIP megapixel cameras, NVRs, VMS, and network switches Down Hall, one of England's most established country house hotels, has installed IDIS DirectIP using a phased approach to upgrade from its existing legacy analogue CCTV. On the Hertfordshire and Essex border, Down Hall chose IDIS partner, Rutledge Integrated Systems (RIS), to manage the security upgrade following a refurbishment to include an exclusive gym, sauna and steam ro...

VIVOTEK network cameras upgrade security surveillance system at Grupo GONHER in Mexico

With VIVOTEK’s IP security system, the activity in GONHER’s distribution centres can now be viewed in real-time Background Grupo GONHER is a company located in the city of Monterrey, Mexico. Starting as a grassroots outfit in 1953, the manufacturer of parts grew in tandem with the automotive industry, first producing air filters and subsequently building up a more comprehensive product line throughout the latter decades. The company has enjoyed continual growth si...

VIVOTEK network cameras upgrade surveillance system at HungaroSpa in Hungary

VIVOTEK’s VAST is designed to support hundreds of cameras and stations in a hierarchical structure Background Hajdúszoboszló, a small town in Hungary, has been well known for its thermal spring with a healing power since 1920s. HungaroSpa, located in Hajdúszoboszló, offers to international tourists a variety of facilities, such as medical spas, open-air baths, aqua parks, and an aqua-palace. In order to create a safer, more comfortable and re...

Servest Group chosen as security partner for the Plumstead to Abbeywood joint Network Rail and Crossrail project

The project will see Servest Security provide unique mobile CCTV solutions, manned guarding, and mobile patrols Facilities management provider Servest Group has been chosen by Balfour Beatty as the security partner for the Plumstead to Abbeywood joint Network Rail and Crossrail project. The two-year project will see Servest Security provide unique mobile CCTV solutions, manned guarding, and mobile patrols to provide comprehensive security coverage to the two-mile route in sou...

Dallmeier helps upgrade video surveillance system at Kiowa Casino in the US

Dallmeier’s SeMSy security management system controls video surveillance at the casino The Kiowa Casino provides 60,000 square feet (over 5,500 m2) of undiluted Las Vegas-style gambling excitement. Guests can choose from more than 900 slot machines with the latest games. If that is not enough, gambling tables for such classic games as Blackjack, Ultimate Texas Hold-Em and 3 Card Poker await. The casino is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Provision is also made for the...

Axis Communication IP video system helps in loss prevention issues of retailer Paul Smith

Axis’ IP video system provides facial recognition capabilities to alert store managers about shoplifters Mission Fast-growing retailer and fashion designer Paul Smith needed to replace an ageing, failing legacy analogue-based CCTV camera estate located in its 45 stores around the world. Paul Smith’s IT department therefore took over the management of the legacy cameras with a view to upgrading the whole system to IP video, over a three year period. To meet its tar...

MOBOTIX AG video security systems secure Disposables UK Group’s new site

MOBOTIX cameras provide high resolution imagery and improve visibility of the new site MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Disposables UK Group that has helped to secure its new consolidated site while improving visibility over its production and distribution environments. In July of 2013, Yorkshire based Disposables UK Group took a step nearer to achieving its ambitious f...

Avigilon high-definition surveillance system guards luxury assets and ensures customer safety at Rolex boutique in Israel

Avigilon's high-definition surveillance system monitors inventory and defends against customer and employee theft Challenge Protect a high-end watch and jewellery store from internal and external retail theft, while implementing a sophisticated surveillance system that is user-friendly and won’t disrupt the store’s network. Solution The security personnel at the Rolex flagship boutique in Tel Aviv, Israel use the Avigilon Control Center (ACC) Enterprise Ne...