Maximizing efficiency and security in electrical substations through smart video solutions
Maximizing efficiency and security in electrical substations through smart video solutions

Electrical substations create a critical midpoint in power transmission and distribution systems, playing a key role in keeping power systems safe and reliable. Similar to other industries, the power industry is currently undergoing a massive digital transformation, and substation management is moving toward automation and intelligence. How to maximize efficiency as well as maintain security for sites and staff are the paramount concerns for substations as update and upgrade their video security systems. To address these concerns and to boost automation and intelligence in electrical substation management, Hikvision has created a portfolio of highly effective solutions. These solutions combine smart video technologies, including high-resolution cameras, thermal imaging capabilities, and AI to provide reliable security protections while enabling efficient operations and timely maintenance for substations. Take a closer look at how they work. More automation for efficient operations and timely maintenance Powered by AI analytics and cutting-edge products, Hikvision solutions can be deployed to monitor critical assets and equipment status at substation sites, keeping operations and maintenance running smoothly and efficiently. Critical Asset Monitoring – A set of positioning, PTZ, and covert network cameras installed at energy substations deliver panoramic and detailed imaging of critical assets, such as transformers, isolating switches, and control panels, providing real-time status updates, and verifying if they are running correctly. Accurate Equipment Temperature Measurement – Infrared thermography is a key technology for electrical equipment inspection. Hikvision’s thermal cameras are expertly designed to detect whether equipment at substations is functioning normally and whether operating temperatures are within safe limits in real-time. Intelligent Inspection – AI powered video imaging systems enable intelligent inspections, enhancing safety and efficiency in substations. This intelligent approach allows for online planning, real-time response, and remote checks, reducing time and labor costs while providing ‘round-the-clock coverage. Enhanced protection & personnel safety at worksites Hikvision offers smart cameras, radar units, and other advanced tools for substation safety management. Real-time detections and quick alerts from the video security system enable fast incident response and serve to reduce risks and costs. These products also help protect the well-being of employees. Perimeter Protection – Hikvision helps ensure all-around protection for substation perimeters and critical areas, 24/7, alerting staff to potential security breaches. Smart Entrance & Exit Control – Access to workplace areas can be restricted to authorized employees or contractors by installing swing barriers with built-in access controllers or facial recognition terminals, minimizing loss and other hazards. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Detection – Hikvision's remote PPE detection employs AI-powered video imaging to verify whether helmets and other protective gear are in use. This helps improve safety of staff and increases compliance with industry regulations.  Crystal clear insights with centralized and visualized management With the HikCentral management platform, Hikvision’s solution features an all-inclusive dashboard for intuitive and visualized data presentation. The dashboard equips operations teams with a panoramic view and key analytics, displaying on-going site operations and real-time inspection status with detailed information and data indexing. This facilitates better decision-making and enhances operational efficiency.

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Security within Security, VIVOTEK secure cybersecurity with IB9365-EHT
Security within Security, VIVOTEK secure cybersecurity with IB9365-EHT

The IB9365 series is the new flagship outdoor bullet network camera from VIVOTEK, equipped with a full HD sensor capable of 1920x1080 resolution at 60 fps. With the most updated VIVOTEK SNV and WDR Pro technology, the IB9365 series is capable of capturing the highest quality images in both low light and high contrast environments.  Night time surveillance technology The IB9365 series also offers the best in night time surveillance technology. By adopting Smart IR II technology from VIVOTEK speed domes, the IB9365 IR illuminators now align with the remote focus lens' focus angle to provide the best IR image quality at any lens setting. This feature optimises IR intensity, reduces IR hotspots, and increases the IR effective range up to 50 meters.  Video compression Additionally, the IB9365 series employs VIVOTEK's Smart Stream III technology and H.265 compression codec, reducing bandwidth more than 90% while still maintaining excellent image quality compared to traditional H.264 without smart streaming. Furthermore, the VIVOTEK VADP (VIVOTEK Application Development Platform) allows users to add customised programs for various applications and user scenarios. Protecting all these features is the IB9365's IP66, IP67 and IK10 rated housing, capable of operating from -50°C to 50°C. Cybersecurity Lastly but most importantly, the series of cameras are embedded Trend Micro’s anti-intrusion software, empowering them to automatically detect and prevent credential-based attack as well as block suspicious events, and enabling users to enjoy higher levels of network security.

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Flow Control Solution from Hikvision
Flow Control Solution from Hikvision

Health organisations around the world have created the common awareness that maintaining a safe distance between people is one of the best practices we have to avoid being exposed to COVID-19 and in slowing its spread. As various countries and regions push to reopen businesses and relax stay-at-home orders, social distancing remains an ongoing requirement. More than that, crowd density information is also considered a significant reference in managing the "social distance" of workplaces, businesses and public spaces. Business owners are working hard to keep employees, customers and visitors protected. Dealing effectively with "density" – a new imperative for management and operations – complicates staffing and interpersonal interaction. Limiting the number of people to ensure safety In the current situation, public and private managers and authorities have to do more than ever before to keep people safe, and in many cases efficient calculation of customer traffic will be essential. Hikvision’s Flow Control Solution uses people counting cameras and digital signage, which provides a dynamic on-screen display to show users how many people are entering and leaving a building or an area, and sends real-time alerts in case pre-defined capacity thresholds are exceeded. These people counting camera utilise highly accurate 3D binocular stereo vision and Deep Learning algorithms, making complex counts easy, even in multi-door sites. More important, the Flow Control Solution can be easily and rapidly deployed. It is designed to be simple to use and highly accurate, with options to suit all potential application scenarios. In locations with a single entrance, one people counting camera can be installed at the entrance and connected to digital signage. For multi-entry scenarios, people counting cameras can be installed at each entrance and exit, equipped with I-Series NVRs or HikCentral to calculate numbers of people entering or leaving, so as to accurately provide real-time number data. Multiple entries and exits For example, a supermarket can install a clear and easy-to-understand, dynamic data number display at each entrance to provide real-time updates for people waiting to enter. An alert is generated when the pre-configured maximum is reached, and an audio alarm can be triggered if anyone attempts to enter before the numbers go below that threshold. At present, with expenses more critical than ever, users can use the Flow Control Solution to automatically monitor the situation, empowering businesses and possible reducing the required number of security guards and other resources. Maintaining a safe social distance in public In areas where crowds are unavoidable, such as cash registers in supermarkets and the ticket kiosks at public transportation hubs, managing distances between people queuing (standing in line) is also critical. Authorities in various locations have established specific guidelines and legislation in this area, balancing needs and risks for citizens. Hikvision Dual Lens Cameras (DS-2CD6825G0/C-I(V)(S)) help retail stores and other businesses measure social distancing, and its advanced 3D binocular stereo vision and deep learning algorithm can be configured to trigger alarms according to local regulations and requirements. Users can set the minimum contact distance threshold needed; when the distance becomes less than this pre-set threshold, an instant alarm and popup will appear with audio and video linkage. And there’s more Alongside the Density Control Solution, Hikvision also offers a Mask Detection Solution. This technology ensures that anyone entering a premise is wearing a face mask when they are required to do so. Those without a mask will not be granted entry. The Mask Detection Solution can be delivered in a variety of formats depending on user needs: added to a specialty camera or a Hikvision DeepinMind NVR for users with existing camera systems, integrated into Hikvision’s Temperature Screening Thermal Solution, or as part of a MinMoe door access unit with built-in face detection technology. Entry can be denied if a mask is not worn and/or an out-of-range skin-surface temperature is detected. As businesses begin to emerge from lockdown, they need to find ways to reduce risks of furthering the spread of the virus. This affects whole populations and all their normal activities – from getting coffee on the way to work and boarding public transportation, to shopping and eating out. But there are some technologies that they can turn to – innovations that will facilitate a “new normal” and keep people safe. And Hikvision will be there, every step of the way. For more details, click here.

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Hikvision maximizes energy efficiency with product innovations
Hikvision maximizes energy efficiency with product innovations

Technology companies have a key role to play when it comes to creating greener, more sustainable products and solutions that help reduce carbon emissions. This is a key focus area for Hikvision, and we constantly strive both to maximize the energy efficiency and durability of products, and to optimize the sustainability with product and technology innovation. At Hikvision, our approach to greener footprint revolves around the development of innovative technologies and products that help our customers and partners to operate more sustainably and protect ecosystems and the environment. From the get-go, our skilled engineering teams consider different ways to optimize product designs, constantly seeking a balance between performance, durability, and – crucially – energy efficiency.  Key examples of Hikvision’s flagship technology and product innovations include: Hikvision solar-powered security camerasBy eliminating the need for an external power supply, our Solar-powered Security Cameras use approximately 80 kWh less electricity per year. As a result, a single camera can save about 56.7 kg of CO2 emissions annually. Hikvision Ultra Series network cameras Hikvision Ultra Series Network Cameras offer a low-power mode, with the ability to fully power up and capture images only when events occur. This saves enough energy to charge around 2,100 smartphones per year. Hikvision eDVRsHikvision's eDVR Series uses eSSD solid-state storage technology, reducing energy consumption by almost 45% compared with conventional DVRs. The energy saved by this innovation in one year is equivalent to what’s absorbed by a mature tree in the same period of time. Hikvision green LED displaysBy simplifying encapsulation and offering better heat dissipation, Hikvision LED displays with flip-chip Chip-on-Board (COB) technology can reduce power consumption by up to 50% and screen body temperature by 5-10° C. compared with traditional LED displays. Hikvision DarkFighterSHikvision DarkFighterS technology produces colour images in extremely low light conditions – down as low as 0.0003 lux, significantly delaying the need for additional lighting. In darkness, users can set motion-triggered supplemental lighting instead of ‘always-on’ lighting to reduce energy use while maintaining security.

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