18 April 2022 - Security Buyer Magazine

Big interview – Hartmut Schaper

Security Buyer catches up exclusively Hartmut Schaper, CEO for Azena to discover the importance of actionable intelligence 1. Why has your organisation rebranded under the name ‘Azena’? We first entered the market in 2018 under the name of Security & Safety Things and have since changed our names to Azena, officially rebranding in the fall of 2021. We found that Security & Safety Things was long and at times confusing. The Azena name, however, underscores our company’s corporate goals and our fast-growing, leading-edge smart camera platform. Looking to the future, we are focused on redefining video analytics. With our growing slate of global customer and partner collaborations and expanding geographic coverage, Azena will continue to increase the value of our platform for systems integrators and end customers. 2. Why is it important to be open platform? One size fits all solutions often do not work effectively when applied across different markets. OurThe open-source platform is built on the approach that the best security systems are grounded in collaboration. This enables developers across the board to contribute to the app store and, as a result, has produced more than 100 applications that serve various use cases, a number that is consistently growing. For end users, this means better flexibility and convenience to implement tailor-made solutions for their specific security needs as well as actionable insights. For example, many manufacturing facilities require employees to wear protective clothing, and AI-enabled smart cameras can identify specific incidents of missing safety goggles or other protective gear and create an alert – preventing a dangerous event before it can occur. 3. How does the Azena platform turn data into actionable intelligence? The Azena platform enables cameras to function as intelligent sensors, using AI-enabled video analytics to search for and analyze almost anything the camera can see. These analytics, which are packaged in the form of apps, are sold through our Application Store. The apps can be used to analyze events in the camera’s field of view to proactively notify security staff or operations staff of anomalies in real time, for example automatically detecting a large and rowdy crowd gathering after a football match or if an employee is wearing the appropriate safety equipment before entering the manufacturing floor prior to their shift. 4. Can you share some specific examples? One of my favorite examples is actually an aquaculture customer who is using the cameras on our platform to detect seabirds swooping down over their large pens of farmed salmon, and the cameras trigger laser beams and acoustic deterrents to scare them off without harming. This is a great example of how data generated by smart cameras can be used to drive automation for more efficiency. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our April issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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The IMD-2002 motion detector

UK News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

InnoSenT is launching a new radar sensor for motion detection. The new IMD-2002 is a further development of the successful IMD-2000 motion detector. The special feature of the product is that it locates detected objects by measuring the angle and distance. Thanks to top-of-the-line technical performance, the development team managed to install this extended functionality in a compact radar sensor at low cost and in high quality. IMD-2002 – motion detector with angle and distance measurement The 24 GHz sensor uses FSK modulation to detect moving objects or people. The radar measures its speed, distance, angle and detects the direction of movement. The detection range is typically 16 m for a person. The sensor’s field of view is 90° in azimuth and 48° in elevation. The measurable speed range is between 0.18 and 23.04 km/h. This allows slowly approaching objects to be reliably detected. The size of the product is only 30 x 30 x 12.7 mm. The sensor fits easily into existing product designs. The IMD-2002 outputs the measured values as a target list via a UART interface. The radar sensor is ideal for outdoor use and is resistant to poor weather and lighting conditions. Even extreme temperatures from -30 to +80°C have no effect on performance. The IMD-2002 allows motion-dependent control and automation of functions such as alarm triggering, door opening or light control. Useful features for efficient motion detection With the IMD-2002, the integrator has extensive configuration options to optimally match the detection to the individual application. In addition to adjusting the range, the radar sensor offers various filter options, for example. The detection results can be filtered by speed, angle, signal strength (RCS) and distance. The manufacturer or user focuses the motion detection on the value ranges that are relevant for their application. It is also possible to ignore small animals based on the RCS value or to define an alarm zone using the distance values. This reduces false arms and increases the efficiency of motion detection. In addition, the sensor has integrated blocking detection. This intelligent function outputs a signal when the product’s transmitting and receiving antenna is blocked by, for example, targeted shielding. Technical finesse makes object localisation possible Following the product success of the IMD-2000, the company set itself the ambitious goal of offering even more functionality and performance for its customers in the InnoSenT Motion Detection series. The low-budget product range consists of user-friendly, easy-to-integrate sensors that are flexibly ready for use in various motion detection applications for large-scale productions. Another condition is to achieve the lowest possible prices and compact dimensions with maximum performance and quality. The new IMD-2002 sensor also follows these principles. It functionally diversifies the range of motion detection products. The challenge during development was to design an FSK radar unit with angle measurement without driving up the material and development costs. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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SwissPass opens doors securely with LEGIC

Project News, UK News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

Supported by the Alliance SwissPass and used for travel on trains, buses, mountain railways and cable cars, and boats by over 5 million people in Switzerland, the red and white SwissPass is a trusted Swiss institution. To offer cardholders a convenient and touchless way to access a wide range of services throughout the country, the SwissPass supports attractive services from numerous third-party providers. Vouchers and discounts for hotels and rental cars, as well as passes or tickets for fitness centers, events and ski resorts, to name a few, can be loaded onto the card. The latest generation of the SwissPass Card integrates LEGIC’s multi-application virtual-card applet technology and therefore offers even more possibilities, such as state of the art security for access, tracking of working hours or follow-me printing etc. Furthermore, SwissPass now has integrated EMV technology that enables contactless payment. With millions of SwissPass users throughout Switzerland, the SwissPass is now accessible to service providers in Switzerland who wants to offer and bundle services and discounts via a convenient and touchless solution. Integrating LEGIC advent on the SwissPass also enables the LEGIC partner network to make their services and applications available to the large user base of SwissPass. SwissPass is part of a comprehensive service ecosystem that allows users to travel, use different mobility providers, open hotel or fitness club doors and have fun throughout Switzerland. Virtually any service provider (“SwissPass Partner”) can participate. Most services can be purchased or topped up online by simply logging into the SwissPass website or any SwissPass Partner’s website. In addition, the FIDO2 certified SwissPass can also be a digital authentication medium for employee access control in buildings, machines, time and attendance, as well as an official certificate or license. Current card holders will automatically receive the new generation SwissPass card free of charge once their existing card expires after five years of use. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Cover story – ASSA ABLOY

Exclusives / Ghyslaine Cordrey

Meeting the needs of modern business access control with self-powered digital cylinders and cloud management In this period of rapid change in access control technology, two major trends stand out. The first is cloud management. According to one recent report, 84% of managers say they are currently using or plan to deploy cloud management for access control or video. Second — and in common with every area of business, government and society — security managers try to incorporate sustainability into daily practice. In a recent survey of security professionals, 90 percent said sustainability would influence their future choice of solution. According to Google search data, worldwide searches for “sustainability” hit an all-time high in 2021. In the building sector especially — where around half of Europe’s total energy consumption happens — a sense of urgency is growing. What are the advantages of cloud management? More than a third of companies now use cloud-based management to power their access control, according to the Wireless Access Control Report 2021. This proportion is only going to grow in the years ahead: As working practices become more mobile, a cloud solution helps make access management more convenient, enabling companies to design workflows which are streamlined, location-independent and efficient. These benefits are driving strong demand for data centres, too: The market for shared or “co-located” facilities is booming. According to Research & Markets, growth in European data centre revenues was 46% in 2021 alone. Partnering cloud management with hardware built with sustainability concerns in mind seems a natural fit. And yet, right now, only one solution enables energy harvesting access control devices to be managed securely from the cloud: PULSE cylinders for almost any application combined with Incedoä Business Cloud platform-based access management. The access control solution which combines both trends ASSA ABLOY PULSE’s entire programmable digital DIN-cylinder and key range is controlled by Incedo Business access control software. With Incedo Business Cloud, security teams can manage a wide range of access points and users remotely, while maintaining complete control over their premises — working smarter and more effectively. Incedo Business Cloud can be accessed securely 24/7 from any PC with an internet connection. Software updates are automatic, with real-time reports and analytics always available. Incedo also has choice and flexibility built-in. Based on their specific security needs and access points, security managers can deploy PULSE key-operated energy-harvesting cylinders and padlocks on doors, cabinets or gates, alongside a large range of Aperio wireless locks and Signo wired readers, if they choose. Flexibility and scalability for facility managers in a changing world Businesses are constantly evolving and need flexible access management. Because Incedo Business is a scalable ecosystem, customers have the option to start small — with a handful of offline PULSE cylinders, padlocks and cabinet locks, for example — and grow as their needs change. The investment in hardware or software is always protected, because the Incedo platform is built to grow with a business. Wireless, battery-powered Aperio devices for doors or server racks can be managed online, for real-time control over openings, alongside offline control of PULSE devices within the same system setup. This has another major advantage for a team: They equip more openings with access control and manage everything from one interface. A single, programmable PULSE key can unlock every digital cylinder or padlock. The key also has an RFID chip inside, so can unlock other doors secured with wireless or wired locking, too. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our April issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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