25 July 2022 - Security Buyer Magazine

Heald CEO to take on Romaniacs Challenge

The Director of Hornsea-based security manufacturer Heald, Rod Heald, is to compete in the Red Bull Romaniacs Challenge to raise money for charity, WomanKind. Having completed the gruelling charity challenge in 2019, Rod Heald sets out again to accomplish the tough endurance event. From 26th to 30th July, Rod will be competing in the four-day motorcycle race known as the hardest off-road enduro in the world. The event attracts riders from more than 40 countries and is located in the Romanian Carpathian mountains meaning the challenge does not come easy due to technically demanding hilly landscapes. Rod will be raising money for the charity WomanKind, which has been supporting women’s rights organisations and movements for 30 years to secure equal rights for women and girls across the globe. Rod is no stranger to physical challenges, with both Rod and his partner Debbie Heald MBE, having both completed various extreme events raising money for charities including WISHH, Teenage Cancer Trust, Cancer Research, Motor Neurone Disease Association and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Heald Managing Director, Debbie Heald MBE comments on the charity event: “Myself, Rod and the whole Heald team really value the importance of contributing to charity organisations. As a business and as individuals it’s important we help wider causes as much as we can. WomanKind is an incredible organisation doing important work across the world and we are proud to be supporting them this year. The Red Bull Romaniacs Challenge is a very tough course and is very demanding, but me and the Heald team have the utmost confidence that Rod is going to succeed.” Rod Heald added: “Redbull Romaniac’s is one of the worlds hardest enduro events, the track is immense, and the country and people are amazing. “As a proud father of two girls, I feel strongly about supporting this charity as it provides help, support and education which unites to end violence against women and girls.” For more news updates and exclusive features, check out our Q2 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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Private CCTV risks privacy breaches, warns experts

UK News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

With increasing numbers of homeowners investing in CCTV cameras and smart doorbell systems to protect their properties every year, a leading Coventry and Warwickshire solicitor is warning of the dangers of breaching data protection laws Millions of homes across the UK are now equipped with extra protection and with no sign of the home security market slowing down, Brindley Twist Tafft and James is warning homeowners to take extra care when installing their cameras to ensure they comply with privacy. The warning follows the case of Fairhurst v Woodard in which the claimant had brought an action against the defendant who had installed a camera on their shed which was linked with a doorbell system. The system showed not only the defendant’s driveway but also the claimant’s house and garden. The cameras also had the ability to capture images of the claimant as they moved around inside their property. Furthermore, the devices had also collected audio data which had been processed unlawfully, although it hadn’t been possible to turn off the audio recording facility until a later software update became available. Ruling in favour of the claimant, the judge said: “Personal data may have been captured from people who are not even aware that the device is there, or that it records and processes audio and personal data.” The most recent estimate, in November 2020, put the number of CCTV cameras in the UK at more than 5.2 million – equating to one camera for every 13 people in the country. Of these, some 96 per cent are owned and operated by homeowners and private businesses. John Ward, Partner Dispute Resolution at BTTJ, said under the Data Protection Act 2018 and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) said every homeowner should be mindful of their security cameras capturing footage of public areas and shared spaces and settings should be adjusted accordingly so they don’t intrude on neighbouring properties and are not looking out on public spaces. Audio settings should also be adjusted to ensure privacy among neighbours and passers-by. Residents should also ensure that every camera is serving the purpose of preventing crime. Any camera placed in such a way that it doesn’t help prevent crime, but which overlooks neighbouring spaces or public places, would be in breach of the legislation. He said: “The judge’s decision has made the position very clear. If you are using CCTV then you must take into account and respect the privacy wishes of your neighbours and take measures to minimise any surveillance that might affect them.” For more news updates and exclusive features, check out our Q2 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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ASSA ABLOY’s mechanical locking system

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

The new Tekirdağ City Hospital represents a landmark in medical care for northwest Türkiye. With almost 500 beds – more than 100 for intensive care – 124 clinics and 18 operating theatres, it is the Thrace region’s most advanced health facility. It sought a modern access management solution suited to such a prestigious development. The chosen system would need to efficiently handle a large number of doors and users: Around 3,000 Euro cylinders were required, a format patented by an ASSA ABLOY Group company in 1927. To simplify day-to-day management, hospital administrators wanted a solution which could equip the whole site with one cylinder type. Another essential: A manufacturer and local partner who could be trusted to provide ongoing service. The hospital serves a city of over 200,000 people. It also caters to medical visitors from overseas – notably Greece and Bulgaria – who travel to use its specialist facilities. Security and user-friendliness are paramount. CY110 combines security with flexibility and durability “Security and authorization to access points are very important in a big hospital,” explains Emrah Babaoğlu, Senior Electrical Engineer at Tekirdağ City Hospital. ASSA ABLOY’s CY110 mechanical locking system now provides the hospital with affordable, modern security and access management. The CY110 range has the flexibility to create a Master Key System for all types of locking points – not just doors, but also cabinets, lockers, and more – which suits the hospital’s needs and streamlines their workflows. CY110 cylinders have the security and durability features which sensitive and highly frequented environments like hospitals require. “CY110 is very useful for big projects like ours,” he adds. Relying on CY110, a high-end but affordable security locking system, gives hospital managers peace of mind. CY110’s Euro cylinders with 6-pin technology have an extended lifetime of at least 500,000 lock/unlock cycles and are resistant to multiple common forms of attack. They are EN 1303:2015 (1 6 – B – C 5 D) tested and SKG** certified. Patent protection through 2036 deters unauthorized key copying, which can be a major risk to site security. “For ongoing service, Tekirdağ City Hospital benefits from our deep knowledge and expertise in key-based locking,” says Kirsi Solehmainen, EMEIA Business Development Manager at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions. “ASSA ABLOY Group has been inventing and manufacturing lock-and-key technology for over 140 years. Businesses and buildings all over the world rely on our access management solutions.” Daily benefits for site users and managers For keyholders, the reversible CY110 key is convenient and durable. Its high-quality, robust nickel-silver construction withstands fatigue. Rounded corners prevent accidental damage. Because of the CY110 system’s versatility, keyholders only need to carry one key to open all the locks they need during their daily routine. As well as a boost for convenience, this durability has another benefit noted by hospital administrators: “We help to protect the Earth by preventing metal waste,” says Emrah Babaoğlu. For more news updates, check out our June issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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New LILIN integration with Exacq VMS

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

LILIN are pleased to announce that their 2,3 and 5 series cameras are now fully integrated with Exacq’s ExacqVision Video Management System (VMS) products. Exacq can connect to the cameras H.265, H.264 and JPEG streams, with up to 4 simultaneous streams available. Motion alarms are integrated and accessible across the full range, using the camera configuration for easy and convenient set-up, with Audio alarms available for audio-compatible cameras. Exacq is the newest addition to LILIN’s wide range of supported VMS partnerships, which include 3XLogic, Axxon, Digivod, Genetec, Geovision, Identiv, Lenel, Maxis, Milestone, Mirasys, Synology, QNAP and Wavestore. Find out more here. Established in 1980, LILIN are a global company who design and manufacture top quality IP Video security products that represent innovation, performance, reliability and affordability. They have developed a full line of award-winning products, from megapixel cameras to Network Video Recorders that can be used with many leading control companies; including AMX, Crestron, Control4, Elan, RTI, Savant Systems and URC. This straightforward integration is only possible through LILIN’s commitment to providing expertise in IP video security products, resulting in a smart, convenient and efficient solution for the user. For more news updates, check out our June issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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Heald CEO to take on Romaniacs Challenge

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

The Director of Hornsea-based security manufacturer Heald, Rod Heald, is to compete in the Red Bull Romaniacs Challenge to raise money for charity, WomanKind. Having completed the gruelling charity challenge in 2019, Rod Heald sets out again to accomplish the tough endurance event. From 26th to 30th July, Rod will be competing in the four-day motorcycle race known as the hardest off-road enduro in the world. The event attracts riders from more than 40 countries and is located in the Romanian Carpathian mountains meaning the challenge does not come easy due to technically demanding hilly landscapes. Rod will be raising money for the charity WomanKind, which has been supporting women’s rights organisations and movements for 30 years to secure equal rights for women and girls across the globe. Rod is no stranger to physical challenges, with both Rod and his partner Debbie Heald MBE, having both completed various extreme events raising money for charities including WISHH, Teenage Cancer Trust, Cancer Research, Motor Neurone Disease Association and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Heald Managing Director, Debbie Heald MBE comments on the charity event: “Myself, Rod and the whole Heald team really value the importance of contributing to charity organisations. As a business and as individuals it’s important we help wider causes as much as we can. WomanKind is an incredible organisation doing important work across the world and we are proud to be supporting them this year. The Red Bull Romaniacs Challenge is a very tough course and is very demanding, but me and the Heald team have the utmost confidence that Rod is going to succeed.” Rod Heald added: “Redbull Romaniac’s is one of the worlds hardest enduro events, the track is immense, and the country and people are amazing. “As a proud father of two girls, I feel strongly about supporting this charity as it provides help, support and education which unites to end violence against women and girls”. For more news updates, check out our June issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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Private CCTV risks privacy breaches, warns experts

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

With increasing numbers of homeowners investing in CCTV cameras and smart doorbell systems to protect their properties every year, a leading Coventry and Warwickshire solicitor is warning of the dangers of breaching data protection laws Millions of homes across the UK are now equipped with extra protection and with no sign of the home security market slowing down, Brindley Twist Tafft and James is warning homeowners to take extra care when installing their cameras to ensure they comply with privacy. The warning follows the case of Fairhurst v Woodard in which the claimant had brought an action against the defendant who had installed a camera on their shed which was linked with a doorbell system. The system showed not only the defendant’s driveway but also the claimant’s house and garden. The cameras also had the ability to capture images of the claimant as they moved around inside their property. Furthermore, the devices had also collected audio data which had been processed unlawfully, although it hadn’t been possible to turn off the audio recording facility until a later software update became available. Ruling in favour of the claimant, the judge said: “Personal data may have been captured from people who are not even aware that the device is there, or that it records and processes audio and personal data.” The most recent estimate, in November 2020, put the number of CCTV cameras in the UK at more than 5.2 million – equating to one camera for every 13 people in the country. Of these, some 96 per cent are owned and operated by homeowners and private businesses. John Ward, Partner Dispute Resolution at BTTJ, said under the Data Protection Act 2018 and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) said every homeowner should be mindful of their security cameras capturing footage of public areas and shared spaces and settings should be adjusted accordingly so they don’t intrude on neighbouring properties and are not looking out on public spaces. Audio settings should also be adjusted to ensure privacy among neighbours and passers-by. Residents should also ensure that every camera is serving the purpose of preventing crime. Any camera placed in such a way that it doesn’t help prevent crime, but which overlooks neighbouring spaces or public places, would be in breach of the legislation. He said: “The judge’s decision has made the position very clear. If you are using CCTV then you must take into account and respect the privacy wishes of your neighbours and take measures to minimise any surveillance that might affect them.” For more news updates, check out our June issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922

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