5 Dec 2014
Boston Networks and Axis Communications have been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Security Project or Installation of the Year’ at the national Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2014.
Boston Networks, the
UK leader in the design, installation and support of high-performance
intelligent building systems and wireless solutions and Axis Communications,
the global leader in network video collaborated on the project to implement a
high-performing IP-based surveillance solution across the University of the
West of Scotland’s multi-campus estate.
The winners of the 16th
Security & Fire Excellence Awards were announced last Thursday night at a
gala award ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in London. Axis and Gold Partner,
Boston Networks fought off stiff competition from eight other finalists
including Sony and Quadrant Security Group.
Commenting on the
award win, Atul Rajput, regional director, northern Europe at Axis
Communications said: “We are absolutely thrilled with this award which is
testament to how we can produce fantastic results for clients when we work
closely with our trusted partners.”
Paul Goodbrand,
operations director at Boston Networks added: “Boston Networks is thrilled that
IFSEC awarded us the ‘Security Project of the Year’ accolade for the project
delivered in conjunction with Axis Communications at The University of the West
of Scotland.
“This project is a
fantastic example of a wholly successful IP migration that utilised and built upon
the University’s existing assets to streamline and enhance its security
estate.
“The University now
benefits from global-leading surveillance technology that supports multiple
stakeholders and has enabled it to centrally control disparate campuses,
spanning a large geographical area, to significantly improve the security
of students and staff.
“Moreover, Boston
Networks continues to partner with the University to fully maintain its
security system and design future-proof solutions that will further integrate
additional security services.”
Boston Networks and
Axis won the award for the installation at the University of the West of
Scotland, one of Scotland’s largest universities. Together they designed and
implemented a high performing IP-based surveillance solution, featuring
HD-quality footage and a powerful video management interface across the
university’s multi-campus estate. The state-of-the-art solution combined over
200 Axis network cameras and Milestone XProtect Expert open platform IP VMS
software.
The new solution
enabled seamless command centre control and benefits from edge storage support,
failover recording servers and redundant management servers to ensure
recordings are never interrupted and access to the system is always maintained.
Discussions are now underway to extend the Axis camera coverage to the
university’s Hamilton and Dumfries campuses.
Atul concluded: “This
award-winning collaboration is yet another example of how Axis is working
closely with it partners to develop its credentials within the education sector
which includes other large colleges and universities and across the UK.”
The Security &
Fire Excellence Awards are recognised as the 'Oscars' for both the security and
fire business sectors as they have consistently broken new ground in
highlighting the very best people, projects and processes the UK’s security
sector has to offer.
The 2014 award
ceremony took place on Thursday 27th November at the Hilton Hotel,
Park Lane, in London and attracted over 1,000 of the industry’s foremost
practitioners.
Axis Communications (UK Ltd)
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T: 01582 283760
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Luton, Bedfordshire
United Kingdom
Axis offers intelligent security solutions that enable a smarter, safer world. As the market leaderin network video, Axis is driving the industry by continually launching innovative networkproducts based on an open platform - delivering high value to customers through a globalpartner network. Axis has long-term relationships with partners and provides them withknowledge and ground-breaking network products in existing and new markets.
“ Being able to view the footage on our phones in real time and flick between the different cameras in the café is great. We can zoom in on different areas and slow down or speed up the playback.” Jaya Da Costa, Owner of the Pause Cat Café.
“The Axis cameras have proved exactly the right fit for London Underground here at Canary Wharf station. As we move to 24-hour operation on London Underground stations in a few months’ time, reliability and ease of maintenance are all key operational requirements. Axis cameras have met all these needs and I anticipate they will be deployed in other Jubilee Line extension stations as they are upgraded over the next few years.” Dave Perry, Delivery Manager, Station Capital Expenditure, London Underground.
“ Chester Zoo now has a video security platform which is highly reliable, expandable and future-proof. We know that whatever our requirement in terms of security intelligence, video analytics and integration, it’s now possible with our new IP video system. Speed and appropriateness of response to threats is now assured.” Nigel Peers, Security Manager, Chester Zoo.
“Observit offers a turnkey solution that gives you complete control of the entire process, from simple installation to monitoring of the cameras in each bus and the collection of image material. The entire process is covered in a highly functional and quality manner.” Bram Lauwers, Product Manager Digital Services at Nobina.
“Our analogue system was no longer as innovative as it once was; upgrading to HD IP camera technology made complete sense to us as we strive to maintain our status as the leading event facility in Northern Ireland.” Brian Hughes, Group Head of Facilities at The Odyssey Complex.
“Today the new system is only used if there is a security incident. But in the future we expect managers in specialist areas like visual merchandising to access cameras to assess whether agreed store layouts for new lines are being observed and whether these are working for store visitors.” Lee Bingham, Head of IT, Paul Smith.
“Wireless cameras on the front of the buildings have proven to be a huge asset. Following the initial installation, we noticed an individual attaching a scanner to the cash machine. We’d never had this additional vision before and therefore would not have identified this fraudulent activity prior to the installation.” Phil Parker, Venue Operations Manager at Twickenham Stadium.
Smart, connected solution enable real-time tracking of crimes, better governance and civic administration
The top-of-the-line AXIS Q60 PTZ Dome Network Camera Series now includes models with features for improved performance and efficiency. Four of the new models include focus recall, a feature providing instant focus in predefined areas. The latest additions also offer versions that include an enhanced processor for higher analytics capacity, as well as higher light sensitivity. The new AXIS Q60 PTZ Dome Network Cameras all include Axis’ Zipstream technology that significantly reduces bandwidth and storage requirements.
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360o multisensor
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New video analytics based solution is
designed to reinforce physical access control in demanding and large-scale
installations
Comprehensive AXIS Companion Line ‘out-of-the-box’ solution, combined with focused support program for local resellers and installers, delivers quality benefits of IP-based video surveillance in a complete, integrated, easy-to-use offering.
Axis’ Zipstream compression technology has been
developed specifically for video surveillance and lowers bandwidth and storage
requirements by an average of 50% or more without sacrificing important
details. It is fully compatible with the widely adopted H.264 compression
standard and leading video management systems (VMS). The new release has been
optimized for use with pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras.
The new multisensor panoramic cameras provide high-resolution 360° and 180° video surveillance coverage. The cameras are ideally suited for monitoring large open areas or to cover several viewing directions.
AXIS Camera Station 5 is a full-featured VMS for mid-size installations comprising from 4 to 50 IP cameras. Together with the AXIS S10 Series of network video recorders and Axis’ IP products it offers a complete video surveillance monitoring and recording solution.
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