Mobile / In-Vehicle
New RAC5 Online Multi-floor Controller Improves Elevator Security
The new RAC5 multi-floor access controller (MFC) from dormakaba improves security for high-traffic elevator use, particularly in multi-family living environments. It is designed to operate in online or standalone applications. In online mode, the RAC5 MFC connects to a building’s IT network and has the capability to restrict access up to 64 floors per device. RAC5 provides ideal access control and security for multi-family facility elevator applications.
V6S – The Rugged, Consolidated In-vehicle Platform for Intelligent Fleet
Managing a distributed fleet with hundreds to thousands of vehicles remotely can get overwhelming. By deploying the LTE-ready vehicle PC on the trucks, fleet managers can rely on telematics technologies to digitalize in-vehicle tasks and remotely monitor those distributed trucks and buses with a consolidated fleet management solution. The V6S enables onboard fleet management solution that includes monitoring, navigation, tracking, communication, and data logging.
TDSi Launches new GARDiS Bluetooth Low Energy Reader
Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announced the launch of its new GARDiS Bluetooth Low Energy reader, which enables the authentication of security credentials from a compatible mobile device. This provides convenient, fully secure, cost-effective and safer contactless access for security operators and users. Research shows that 98% of security users view access control using a token or card as a constraint on their daily routine, whilst 68% would like to use their mobile smartphone to grant access.
AIoT Intelligent Traffic Management Eases City Traffic Congestion
It is not difficult to imagine the state of traffic flow during peak hours in a city, and increased traffic accidents also indirectly result in more social costs. Over 70% of the population is projected to congregate in cities in the future but transportation infrastructure will not see an equal proportionate increase. Solving traffic congestion and improving transportation quality given such infrastructure limitation will be the most important objective in managing city traffic.
Mobile and Touchless Access Products a Necessity in the New Era
The coronavirus has drastically changed personal and professional views and expectations about cleanliness in buildings and high traffic environments. Convenient, reliable and safe for both the properties and visitors, dormakaba’s Mobile Access Solutions and Touchless Access Solutions are excellent choices to reduce hand-to-door contact in high contact public areas such as healthcare facilities, restaurants, schools, offices and restrooms.
PlateSmart Chosen to Replace Hundreds of Rekor/OpenALPR Installs Across Western PA
Thanks to a new relationship with a key Pittsburgh, Pa.-area systems integrator, PlateSmart announced its AI-based automatic license plate recognition (ALPR)/vehicle recognition software is replacing Rekor installations on hundreds of citywide surveillance cameras throughout Western Pennsylvania. More than 100 law enforcement agencies will now be able to enjoy the speed, accuracy, and reliability of PlateSmart’s industry-leading vehicle recognition solutions.
Delta Barrier Stops 3rd Intruder at Naval Air Station – Corpus Christi in 15 Months
Delta Scientific announced that, on Thursday, May 21, just after 6 am, a terrorist tried to speed past a Delta Scientific MP5000 portable barrier onto the Naval Air Station – Corpus Christi. The intruder shot at the gate’s base security sailor but struck her bullet-resistant vest. According to the Associated Press, the sailor, who survived, then rolled over and hit the switch that raised the barrier, preventing the terrorist from gaining access to the base.
Lanner Offers Pre-validated Rugged In-vehicle Computers
Due to increasing initiatives for intelligent transport systems (ITS) applications such as connected vehicles and smart public transit, the demand is driving the growth of the in-vehicle computer system market. In addition, advancements in specialized vehicles such as connected ambulances, fire trucks, and cash-in-transit vehicles would be instrumental to the growth of the in-vehicle computer system market.
New Allegion Survey Finds Majority of Millennials Have Their Sights Set on Multifamily Living, Though Security Still a Top Priority
Allegion revealed the results of a national survey that provides insight into millennials’ preferences for multifamily living and how they prioritize safety and security. The survey, “Home Safe Home: How Millennial Preferences Are Redefining Multifamily Living,” highlights millennials’ habits, behaviors and tendencies when it comes to their living situation and expectations for the future, and evaluates their sense of security at home.
Vista Networking Solutions LPR Appliance Review
Security.World has reviewed the recently released LPR Appliance from Vista Networking Solution (VNS). The VNS V7300 LPR Appliance appears to be the only PlateSmart-powered integrated appliance available on the market at this time. From access control to allow cars in or keep them out, to crime scene investigation, parking lot enforcement, and even to identifying customers -especially VIP customers as they approach your business.
Bosch Video Management System Joins Ranks of PlateSmart ALPR Integrations
Bosch customers to have access to award-winning ALPR and vehicle recognition solution. PlateSmart Technologies has added yet another major VMS brand to its portfolio of integrations. The company announced its flagship enterprise automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) and vehicle recognition solution — PlateSmart ARES — is now integrated with the Bosch Video Management System (BVMS).
Fujitsu and Upstream Security Partner for Vehicle Security
Fujitsu Limited and Upstream Security Ltd., cutting-edge security solution provider for connected vehicles, today announced a partnership for vehicle cybersecurity. The companies will collaborate in the development of security operations solutions for connected vehicles. As more vehicles are connected to the network, they are increasingly prone to the growing risk of cyber-attacks.
Dahua Mobile Solution Equips Police Cars for Effective Patrolling
As one of the most important provinces of Argentina, Buenos Aires Province has been seeking to improve work efficiency and emergency response speed of its police force. However, the local police were always lacking evidence when performing legal actions towards violence, traffic accidents, and other social incidents. This created temporary loopholes in law enforcement that criminals and erring people took advantage of in order to escape legal sanctions.
Performing LPR At The Edge
Many license plate recognition (LPR) installations require only a few cameras. Such applications are often easier and more cost-effective to implement by performing LPR at the camera rather than at a centralized server. For those reasons, PlateSmart has partnered with IP video specialist ViSTA Networking Solutions (VNS) to make PlateSmart ARES LPR solutions available on VNS’ new V7300 Series LPR appliance.
BCDVideo Announces New Line of Harsh Environment, Rail, and In-Vehicle Servers
BCDVideo announced the launch of a new line of harsh environment, rail, and in-vehicle servers. Their new product line delivers quality performance in diverse environments with a long product life to customers with complex requirements worldwide. BCDVideo’s new line of Harsh Environment Video Recording Servers features Intel® Core™ Processors, coupled with up to 10 TB of max storage.
Genetec Unveils Next-generation Mobile License Plate Recognition System
Genetec will unveil its next-generation mobile ALPR system at IACP 2019. Powered by Intel® Movidius™ Myriad™ X VPU, the new Genetec AutoVu™ SharpZ3 is among the first specialized in-vehicle ALPR systems in the world to use Intel’s latest deep learning and computer vision technology. The deep learning capabilities in the AutoVu SharpZ3 system will enable advanced levels of innovation in in-vehicle analytics, situational awareness, and accuracy.
Dahua Technology Developed Mobile “Video Guards” with Complete Solution for Security Service Company in Germany
Safety of others being close to his heart motivated Hans Wetzlar, Managing Director of IHRE SICHERHEIT Security Service in Bielefeld to start his security company ten years ago. Together with his team, he ensures, for example, that visitors to events and trade fairs can move around safely. Mobile “video guards”, using Dahua’s powerful video surveillance technology, are now contributing to this. The compact housing of the video monitor contains a great deal of technology.
MetTel IoT Fleet Management Transforms Brosnan SmartTrucks into Mobile Command Centers to Safeguard Retailers Nationwide
Brosnan Security has unveiled its newest SmartTruck, transformed by MetTel IoT into a connected mobile command center. Brosnan is rolling out the new SmartTrucks to big box retail store parking lots nationwide through 2019. MetTel, a communications and digital transformation (DX) leader, installed its Internet of Things (IoT) – based Fleet Management technology to connect, automate and optimize the vigilance and operations of Brosnan security vehicles.
WeSuite Releases QuoteAnywhere G2.0 Software With Easy Mobile Quote-to-Sign Capabilities
WeSuite announced the release of QuoteAnywhere G2.0, a fully re-engineered web-based version of its popular software tool that allows sales professionals to handle complete in-the-field quote-to-sign functions via their tablet or laptop. Integrated with WeSuite’s CRM solutions, WeOpportunity and WeSuite Go!, QuoteAnywhere G2.0 rids sales people of redundant data entry and paperwork, allowing them to spend more time engaged in customer-facing activities that drive sales.
Mobile Video Surveillance With PoE-ready Rugged NVR
Mobile video surveillance is forecasted to grow with continuous momentum, triggered by the rising demands for public security and safety in transportation. For instance, Tokyo Metro Co. will install IP surveillance cameras in over 3,000 subway vehicles, starting in 2018 or 2019, as an initiative to improve passenger safety for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. In order to facilitate all the onboard IP surveillance cameras in a centralized management, Lanner provides a wide range of in-vehicle/in-train NVR solutions.