18 November 2010 - Security Buyer Magazine

Survey shows industrial sites more proactive in use of BS8418 CCTV

Surveillance, UK News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

Industrial sites are leading the security industry in the application of detector driven CCTV monitoring. They are taking advantage of the latest BS8418 solutions, according to a recent survey conducted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). According to survey respondents, it helps provide round-the-clock protection for industrial facilities of all types. The research found that industrial sites ranked first amongst the sectors which members of the BSIA CCTV section most frequently supplied BS8418 solutions to, ahead of motor dealerships, construction and transport. First introduced in 2003, BS8418 is the British Standard for remotely monitored, detector-activated CCTV systems. As the standard has just gone through a process of revision, the BSIA’s new survey aimed to assess installer and manufacturer attitudes towards the popularity and value of BS8418 systems and their uptake in key sectors such as industrial sites. When deployed BS8418 compliant solutions consist of cameras and detectors placed strategically around a site, linked together by specialised transmission equipment to a Remote Video Response Centre (RVRC). Here, operators can visually confirm what is happening, call up on-screen plans of the site and even issue verbal warnings to intruders via on-site speakers. If necessary, the RVRC operators can also alert the police who, as the incident is confirmed visually and is associated with a URN (Unique Reference Number), should provide a rapid response. Pauline Norstrom, Chairman of the BSIA’s CCTV Section, comments: “Across the board, usage of BS8418 solutions has risen by 22% over the past year, which is a positive trend given their proven ability to secure large and vulnerable sites out of hours. With industrial sites facing continued threats from the theft of valuable materials and vandalism, it’s encouraging to see that the industry is embracing new technology to help it counter such risks.” “Our survey showed that over 50% of our respondents’ client base take advantage of the audio challenge capability – often referred to as talking CCTV – to warn off intruders at the earliest possible stage. The biggest perceived benefit, according to 64% of those surveyed, was the reduction in false alarms through visual confirmation. Both of these features can have clear benefits for industrial sites as many BSIA members have demonstrated through their successful work with end users across the country.” Pauline Norstrom concludes: “The BSIA would encourage those industrial sites which have not already done so to consider BS8418 solutions in any future review of their security strategy.” The BSIA has published a user guide to BS8418 systems, which can be found by visiting www.bsia.co.uk/publications and searching for Form No. 196. For more information about the BSIA and its CCTV Section, visit www.bsia.co.uk/cctv

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Tate officer wins BSIA award for "best newcomer"

Security Management, UK News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

A Tate Britain security officer has won a Best Newcomer award in the London round of the British Security Industry Association’s Annual Security Officer Awards 2010, presented by James Kelly, Chief Executive of the BSIA, at a ceremony in London on May 21st. Emma Bodenham, 22, works for Wilson James Ltd and is based at the TATE Britain Gallery. She was nominated for the award following her quick transition from the hospitality industry to the security industry where her hard work and dedication has already earned her the position of a trusted member on the security team. Graham Dunkley, security coordinator at TATE Britain Galley, comments: “Emma has committed a lot of personal effort into making the move into the security industry a smooth one. “In less than 12 months, Emma has grown in stature and displayed a level of competency that you would expect from a more experienced security officer. She is reliable and has demonstrated that she can act on her own initiative when dealing with incidents. Emma always has a positive attitude and takes pride in her work.” Piers Warner, head of visitor services and operations at TATE Britain Gallery, adds: “Emma carries out her work in a very calm and professional manner. When dealing with a medical emergency last year she kept everything under control and gave very clear instructions to the 24-hour control room to call for an ambulance. Emma does an excellent job in her role as security officer.” Winning officer, Emma Bodenham, says: “I am thrilled to accept this award. It is a credit both to myself and the rest of the security team at the TATE Britain Gallery. “I would like to thank my team leaders and Wilson James for the excellent welcome and training that I have received.” The BSIA’s Security Personnel Awards are presented regionally throughout the UK, with the winners going forward to the national judging phase.

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UK’s biggest locksmith convention —The MLA Expo 2011 — launched

UK News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

With ten per cent of exhibition space sold within just 24 hours of its launch, the 2011 MLA Expo is already shaping up to be the locksmithing event of the coming year, organisers say. The MLA Expo 2011 is the 16th instalment of the bi-annual event organised by the leading trade association for the locksmithing profession, The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA). Set for 9-11 September 2011 at The International Centre in Telford, the event welcomes locksmiths and suppliers from all over the world to discuss industry trends, trial products and take part in training courses. Announcing locksmithing tool specialist Tradelocks as the event’s platinum sponsor, the MLA has also recorded a record number of enquiries from professional locksmiths, manufactures and suppliers looking to attend and exhibit at the internationally renowned event. Commenting on the launch of the exhibition, Dr Steffan George, development director for the MLA said: “Every year we see the MLA Expo getting bigger and bigger with more and more locksmiths and associated companies from all over the globe attending the event. We are delighted with the response we have had since the launch – the fact 20 stands went in one week alone and subsequently one third of the exhibition stand area has been taken, is proof that the Expo is regarded as the principle industry event. “Securing Tradelocks as our platinum sponsor reiterates our status as the most respected, sector specific and most established locksmithing exhibition and we are looking forward to finalising and announcing further exhibitors and training courses in the coming months.” MLA Expo exhibitors and visitors typically range from tool suppliers to practicing locksmiths, specialist locksmiths, manufacturers and associated companies. Over 1500 people from all over the globe are expected to attend the three day event – previous exhibitions have seen visitors come from as far afield as Australia, continental Europe and the USA. David Jennings, managing director of Tradelocks said: “Tradelocks actually launched at the 2009 MLA Expo and we did very well out of it. The MLA Expo is the perfect opportunity to meet experienced as well as new locksmiths and reach audiences we had not previously been exposed to, so sponsoring the 2011 Expo was the next logical step for us. “We know locksmiths appreciate the opportunity to test tools and techniques and meet manufacturers and fellow locksmiths face-to-face which is why the MLA event is continuously growing and regarded so highly amongst the locksmithing profession, not only within the UK but also on a global scale.” Entry to the exhibition is free – more information on exhibitors and training courses will be available on the MLA Expo 2011 website in due course: www.locksmiths.co.uk/expo. About the MLA The Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) was established over 50 years ago to set and promote standards of conduct, practice and materials within locksmithing. The MLA is recognised as the authoritative body for locksmithing by the police, home office and other leading organisations such as the British Standards Institute. As a not for profit association, the MLA ensure its member companies undergo strict vetting procedures so the public, government and industry receive the appropriate service and advice. MLA members share the ethos that ‘skill and integrity’ remain paramount in locksmithing and are able to provide sound advice based on knowledge and experience. A list of approved MLA companies are listed on the MLA website, for further information please visit: www.locksmiths.co.uk About Tradelocks / UAP Ltd UAP Limited, based in North Manchester, has an unsurpassable reputation for product quality and innovation. The company imports products from around the globe and works closely with its suppliers to ensure that every product meets stringent product quality requirements and at the same time offers the best value for money in the UK. From standard stock items, most of which are available on a next day delivery basis, to imported bespoke items, customers receive a professional standard of service every step of the way. Through Tradelocks, we provide tools for General locksmith, Safe and Auto locksmith requirements. We are an Affiliate Member of the Master Locksmith Association and have been awarded Secured by Design approval for 5 UAP brand security product ranges – the UAP Zero Lift Budget Cylinders, UAP+ Zero Lift Anti Snap Cylinders, UAP Door Viewers, UAP Letterplates and UAP 6 Lever Mortice Locks. We are also Associate Members of the Association of Vehicle Recovery Operators Ltd.

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Bavak PAS comes to market, appoints Tony Girard as MD

UK News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

Bavak PAS Ltd is a new joint venture between Bavak BV and ParkSecure, formed with the aim of bringing a new range of perimeter security and access control systems to UK and Irish end-users and installers. Tony Girard will be well known to the industry from his days at Gunnebo Physical Security and APT Security Systems. His early career was spent in sales for Hewlett Packard and Schlumberger, having originally started as a student apprentice at the Ministry of Defence. In 2007 he formed his own business, Parksecure, as a consultant on specialist security projects, and was instrumental in engineering the joint venture with the Dutch security group Bavak BV which already has a large installed-base Europe-wide, with gates, barriers and blockers protecting a number of high profile military and government sites. Tony says that he is already enjoying the challenge: “In teaming with ParkSecure and creating Bavak PAS Ltd, the purpose is to extend the range of products and technologies available, enhance local service and maintenance support, and introduce new bespoke services,” he says. About Bavak Bavak manufactures a range of its own crash-rated barriers, fast-acting gates, bollards and blockers, as well as working with and for third parties. Customers include many of Europe’s best-known M&E contractors and construction firms, and its products protect various high-risk sites from military establishments and embassies, through to airports and similar critical infrastructure.

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Genetec ranked 425th fastest growing tech company by Deloitte

Security Management, Surveillance, UK News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

In the period 2005 to 2009, Genetec grew by an astonishing 198 per cent which it attributes to vigorous sales of Omnicast, which it calls the most advanced and scalable IP video surveillance solution on the market. Yesterday it announced that it ranked number 425 on Technology Fast 500™, Deloitte’s ranking of 500 of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. Genetec’s chief executive officer, Pierre Racz, credits the vigorous sales of Omnicast and Genetec’s pursuit of innovative new solutions that combine advanced features and simplicity of use, for the company’s 198 percent revenue growth over the past five years. “We have achieved our recent growth primarily from our sales of Omnicast, our video surveillance system part of the Security Center, our unified security platform,” he says. “We see more accentuated growth for Genetec in the next three years from the significant traction we are getting from our unified platform combining video surveillance with access control and license plate recognition systems, as well as from the SV-16, our network security appliance.” Technology Fast 500™ recognizes innovative companies that have broken down barriers to success and defied the odds with their outstanding five-year revenue growth. “With its remarkable growth from 2005 to 2009, Genetec has earned its position among the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America and deserves our congratulations,” said John Ruffolo, National Leader, Technology, Media & Telecommunications Industry Group, Deloitte Canada. “Deloitte is proud to honour Genetec for this accomplishment.” For additional details on the Technology Fast 500™ including qualifying criteria, visit www.fast500.com About Genetec Genetec is a pioneer in the physical security and public safety industry and a global provider of world-class IP license plate recognition (LPR), video surveillance and access control solutions to markets such as transportation, education, retail, gaming, government and more. With sales offices and partnerships around the world, Genetec has established itself as the leader in innovative networked solutions by employing a high level of flexibility and forward-thinking principles into the development of its core technology and business solutions. Genetec’s corporate culture is an extension of these very same principles, encouraging a dynamic and innovative workforce that is dedicated to the development of cutting-edge solutions and to exceptional customer care. For more information, visit genetec.com.

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