A Whole Bunch Of Security Tenders

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July 26, 2024

A Whole Bunch Of Security Tenders For Eager Integrators.

A Whole Bunch Of Security Tenders – It’s been a twitchy year with the overhang of interest rates, the increasing capability of security solutions and the increasing importance of security systems battling for dominance of business conditions in 2024.

With an interest rate announcement coming up in August it seems only right there’s a bunch of tenders just out to provide a counterweight to potential worries. This lot covers ANZ.

Stadiums Queensland is looking for an event control room and incident management system – it’s not a small application – event control and incident management are required at Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre, Sleeman Sports Complex, The Gabba, Cbus Super Stadium, Queensland Country Bank Stadium, and Suncorp Stadium. Closing date is August 21 – you can find more information here.

Next up, City of Mandurah is looking for CCTV installation and maintenance services. Note that this is a long range tender release with an expected date in Q3, 2024 – you’ll need to lock it into your calendars and keep an eye out for more information here.

Back in Queensland, Cairns Regional Council, which has been working on its CCTV solution and VMS this year, has gone to tender seeking the provision of security services. The release doesn’t specify what these services involve – we suspect it’s guards, patrols and monitoring services. This is a future tender that goes live March 31, 2025. Keep an eye out for more information here.

OX2’s Horsham Solar Farm in Victoria needs security – a security system, CCTV and security fencing and gates – the scope of works includes cabling, SCADA, optical fibre and other stuff. The 196-hectare site will have 230,000 solar panels and ancillaries. This tender closes on December 31, 2024 – you can learn more here.

Over the Tasman the University of Auckland is seeking comprehensive security systems maintenance services for core security systems. These include Salto, Gallagher and Avigilon solutions – not surprisingly, the university team requires the services of a Gallagher channel partner. This tender closes on August 16 – you can find out more here.

Still in NZ, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet is looking for security and protection software, security and control equipment, locks and security hardware and accessories, safety and security system installation services and security systems services for Government House Wellington and Government House Auckland.

In this application, the department seeks a capable and experienced supplier to undertake preventative and reactive maintenance on its technical security infrastructure, as well as provide subject matter expert input on our projects with a technical security component.

The team seeks a supplier “who demonstrates high employment standards and sustainability practices in consideration of Broader Outcomes”. The latter point they put in Upper Case, so you know they mean it. This tender closes August 20 – you can find out more here.

As ever, there’s more SEN news – and a vital internal link that drives SEN’s SEO to transcendent heights – right here.

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A Whole Bunch Of Security Tenders For Eager Integrators.

AXIS Q1809-LE 41MP Bullet Camera

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July 26, 2024

AXIS Q1809-LE 41MP Bullet Camera With 150mm Optical Zoom.

AXIS Q1809-LE 41MP Bullet Camera – Axis Communications has released a bullet camera that delivers high resolutions at long ranges for high security industrial, airport, motorway and correctional applications.

AXIS Q1809-LE bullet camera offers 41 MP at 15 fps or 8K at up to 30fps. It features a 4/3-inch image sensor for exceptional low-light performance. With a custom-made, 50–150 mm motorised Canon lens delivering 21-7 degrees horizontal angle of view, the camera delivers extreme detail over great distances.

A 3x digital zoom also makes the unit ideal for identification purposes, while electronic image stabilization ensures smooth video in mounted situations where the camera is subject to vibrations from traffic or wind in long range applications.

This powerful camera is out-of-the-box ready for external application. It comes with a mounting arm for easy installation and a spacious back box ensures secure cable management. In addition, PoE out makes it possible to connect and power another device without additional cabling. This eliminates the need to rent extra ports and simplifies installation.

Built on a dual Axis system-on-chip, the Q1809-LE bullet camera includes Axis EdgeVault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform that safeguards the device and protects sensitive information from unauthorized access. It also offers FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure cryptographic key storage and operations. Axis Zipstream reduces bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising image quality.

You can delve into camera specifications here or read more SEN news here.

AXIS Q1809-LE Bullet Camera Features

Out-of-the-box and outdoor-ready
50 – 150mm Canon optical lens
41MP at 15fps or 8K at up to 30fps
High light-sensitive 4/3-inch sensor
Electronic image stabilization
FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure cryptography
Built-in cybersecurity with Axis Edge Vault.

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AXIS Q1809-LE 41MP Bullet Camera With 150mm Optical Zoom.

Invixium Acquires Triax AI RTLS

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July 26, 2024

Invixium Acquires Triax AI RTLS For Critical Infrastructure And Industrial Safety.

Invixium Acquires Triax AI RTLS – Invixium, has acquired Triax Technologies, a developer of AI real time location and connected worker systems, for undisclosed terms.

The acquisition allows Invixium to merge its biometric facial recognition solutions with Triax RTLS, enhancing performance accuracy in critical security and safety applications.

Triax’s worker solution, Spot-r, is a non-GPS platform featuring a patented and scalable mesh network, compact hardware, and actionable dashboards. The system utilizes wearable tags to collect and transmit data to a cloud-based software delivering near real-time insights.

Spot-r operates on an independent network, bypassing internal IT infrastructure. Software dashboards and AI-based analytics help industries identify and eliminate productivity pinch points, track equipment usage and reduce emergency response times, enhancing overall site safety and operational efficiency.

Adding facial recognition to Spot-R would streamline the system’s capability but the acquisition also delivers Invixium a deep conduit to industrial users it didn’t have before.

“We’ve identified more real-world problems to solve,” said Shiraz Kapadia, CEO and president of Invixium. “This acquisition highlights our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that address our customers’ health, safety, security, and productivity demands for their sites.

“With the addition of Triax, we now offer comprehensive end-to-end solutions—from secure entry points to the entire operational environment.”

You can learn more about Triax Technologies’ solutions here, read about Invixium biometric access control systems here, or find more SEN news here.

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Invixium Acquires Triax AI RTLS For Critical Infrastructure And Industrial Safety.

FlashBang Proactive Criminal Deterrence

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July 26, 2024

FlashBang Proactive Criminal Deterrence From Deep Sentinel.

FlashBang Proactive Criminal Deterrence – New from security monitoring provider Deep Sentinel, the FlashBang solution is designed to fight back against criminals using smoke bombs, pepper spray and piercing sirens.

The solution has been inspired by rising crime in the U.S. with retail theft there projected to hit $US140 billion by the end of next year, and many retailers forced to close frequently targeted stores. According to Deep Sentinel, traditional alarm monitoring and response is outdated in the face of such aggressive threats.

“Crime is growing exponentially and is more aggressive,” says David Selinger, CEO and founder of Deep Sentinel. “People want to see criminals stopped in their tracks. They want to see them behind bars.

“The way criminals conduct burglaries is much more complex than just 20 years ago, which traditional security companies like ADT were built around. That approach is incredibly outdated and antiquated, which is why we saw a need to bring FlashBang to market.”

Designed to be paired with CCTV cameras, FlashBang is equipped with a selection of active deterrent capabilities, enabling an array of actions against intruders. When suspicious activity is detected, Deep Sentinel’s trained security officers first verify the crime and attempt to deter the criminal. If the dangerous activity continues, the guards will then assess the situation and deploy FlashBang to deter criminals.

According to the company, the integration of FlashBang into Deep Sentinel’s DS2 PoE camera-based security system offers seamless functionality to help businesses access enhanced deterrent features with ease. One FlashBang device can be installed per camera, providing customizable coverage and reassuring protection against criminal threats.

You can read more about FlashBang here or find more SEN news here.

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FlashBang Proactive Criminal Deterrence From Deep Sentinel.

Building A Prox Alarm Sensor

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July 26, 2024

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Building A Prox Alarm Sensor Using Any Metal Object.

Building A Prox Alarm Sensor – Is it true you can build a proximity alarm ‘sensor’ using metal objects in any environment?

Yes, you can build an alarm sensor using any object that conducts – it may be a doorframe, or a metal fence, even a shrub. These proximity alarm sensors function when an intruder comes close to what is essentially an inductive antenna that operates through capacitive loading.

The alarm circuit functions when an RF oscillator is set so it’s only just maintaining oscillation – there would need to be an endlessly charging capacitor in the circuit – and an attached antenna designed in a way that makes it part of the tank circuit’s inductive coil – you’d ground the 12V DC supply line.

Building A Prox Alarm Sensor

What we’re describing here is a tuned LC oscillator circuit comprising an inductor (L) and a capacitor (C) connected to form a resonator. That inductor is what you’d be using as your sensor. Operationally, charge flows between the capacitor’s plates via the inductor, with the tuned circuit storing energy oscillating at its resonant frequency.

Meanwhile, a capacitor stores energy to compensate for the circuit’s resistive energy losses. It’s a fairly simple circuit design but there are going to be plenty of variables to contend with, including managing that vague phrase ‘resistive energy losses’.

In terms of detection, when there’s an increase in antenna-to-ground capacitance, such as would occur when an intruder approaches or contacts the antenna, there’s going to be enough damping of the LC tank circuit to pinch out oscillator operation, cutting the AC sine wave the oscillator is producing so an alarm can be sounded.

We’ve never built this circuit but think it would be far more reliable internally than externally. There are also going to be questions around possible amplification of gain, location and sizing of the capacitor and event detection and signalling that will need answering. Anyone who knows more please weigh in below.

You can learn more about LC oscillators here or read more SEN news here.

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Building A Prox Alarm Sensor Using Any Metal Object.

Greenfield Refinery CCTV System

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July 26, 2024

Greenfield Refinery CCTV System Tendered by Alpha HPA.

Greenfield Refinery CCTV System – A new alumina refinery planned for Gladstone in Queensland has gone to tender seeking a video surveillance system.

Along with CCTV, which is likely to include internal and external CCTV cameras, a video management system with analytics and storage, there are additional work packages, including fire systems, cabling, and electrical work.

According to the tender release, Alpha HPA First Project Stage 2 will build Australia’s first large-scale ultra-high-purity alumina refinery to supply key high-technology growth sectors that are driving the global energy transition.

The alumina refinery will be located adjacent to the HPA First Stage 1 Precursor Production Facility (PPF) in Gladstone, Queensland, and will produce commercial volumes of high purity alumina (HPA) and related premium aluminium-based products through proprietary solvent extraction (SX) and refining technology.

This Australian-owned and developed technology enables the facility to create near zero waste, recycle nearly 100 per cent of its re-agents, operate on 100 per cent renewable energy and produce 70 per cent lower carbon emissions compared to traditional HPA refining methods.

The facility will leverage the operational PPF and Alpha HPA’s IP to produce over 10,000 tonnes of high-purity aluminium products per year, positioning it as one of the largest single-site HPA refineries in the world.

Alpha HPA received project FID in May 2024. Engineering is planned to be completed by February 2025, and construction is planned to be completed by December 2026.

Alpha HPA encourages local industries to contact ICN Queensland in the first instance to improve their understanding of the EOI process via Daniel Baird, procurement lead at procurement@alphahpa.com.au

This greenfield refinery CCTV system tender closes August 5 – you can find out more here or read more SEN news here.

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Greenfield Refinery CCTV System Tendered by Alpha HPA.

ISPT Leverages HID Mobile Access

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July 25, 2024

ISPT Leverages HID Mobile Access At Australian Office.

ISPT Leverages HID Mobile Access – Parramatta-based security technology integrator onUgo has installed HID Mobile Access for one of Australia’s largest unlisted property fund managers, ISPT.

The deployment of HID Mobile Access enables employee access badges to be stored in digital wallets, allowing employees and tenant communities the convenience and flexibility of using their smartphones and smart watches to access all corporate spaces, amenities and services without the need for traditional swipe card access.

“Our partnership with HID and technology partner onUgo is a testament to ISPT’s commitment to innovation and to providing best in class experiences for our tenant partners,” said Nicole Ward, head of portfolio for ISPT.

“By adopting HID Mobile Access, we are not only enhancing the security and efficiency of our operations across our office portfolio, but also offering our tenant partners a level of convenience and flexibility that is critical in today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world. This is just the beginning of our journey towards creating a more connected, innovative and sustainable experience within our office communities.”

Steve Katanas, regional head of mature markets, ANZ, Physical Access Control Solutions, HID, said the HID team was “proud to partner with ISPT and onUgo in revolutionising access control within the commercial real estate sector in Australia”.

“Our mobile access solutions, delivered to market by highly skilled technology partners, are designed to offer unparalleled security and convenience and we are excited to see how ISPT will leverage this technology to benefit their tenant partner’s operations,” Katanas said.

You can learn more about onUgo here, discover HID Mobile access here, or read more SEN news here.

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HID Mobile Access Benefits

Enhanced security: The employee credential in digital wallet solution employs advanced encryption and security protocols to ensure that access to ISPT’s premises is both safe and secure.
Unprecedented convenience: Employees can now access office spaces, meeting rooms, printers, lockers and other facilities with just a tap of their smartphone or smart watch, eliminating the need for physical badges and access cards.
Sustainability: By transitioning to digital credentials, ISPT underscores its commitment to environmental sustainability, reducing the need for plastic card production and disposal.
Future-ready security and identity infrastructure: This initiative supports ISPT’s broader vision and long-term plan to create a technologically advanced, efficient and flexible working environment that meets the evolving needs of its workforce.

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Avigilon Alta Cloud Access Arrives

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July 25, 2024

Avigilon Alta Cloud Access Arrives At BGW Technologies.

Avigilon Alta Cloud Access Arrives – BGW Technologies has received its first delivery of Avigilon Alta Cloud access control solution.

Avigilon Alta is a cloud-native security suite that brings together Ava Security’s video portfolio and Openpath’s cloud access control solutions. Requiring no infrastructure beyond cameras, controllers and access control readers, this AI-powered security solution utilizes cloud infrastructure managed by Motorola Solutions to empower security management from anywhere.

The Alta access control system supports a range of secure access methods, allowing users to handle access via apps, Apple Watch, PIN codes and encrypted key card or fobs. The overall system incorporates a full range of readers, controllers and cameras which can be expanded as your application grows – you can check these out here.

Avigilon Alta Cloud Access features include advanced reporting that allows users to view, schedule and export reports for customized datasets, with simplified search and filtering to quickly find what they need.

Occupancy management allows users to automate and enforce capacity limits in real-time, with insights into usage for space optimization and property management.

Alta also provides custom alerts and triggers that help users stay informed about critical access events as they occur and to automate responses with the easy-to-use Alta rules engine.

Scalability is another strength of Alta. Expanding your customer’s network is simplified by cloud access control software, with support for unlimited users, sites, roles and groups.

You can learn more about Avigilon Alta from local distributor BGW Technologies here or read more SEN news here.

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Avigilon Alta Cloud Access Arrives At BGW Technologies.

Inner West Council Surveillance Trial

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July 24, 2024

Inner West Council Surveillance Trial To Reduce Illegal Dumping.

Sydney’s Inner West Council has gone to tender seeking to implement an illegal dumping surveillance trial as council documents show more than 12,755 instances of illegal dumping have been recorded in 2024.

In the tender release, council invites suppliers to quote for provision of a mobile CCTV unit inclusive of software to view and store camera footage. The solution must also deliver council remote access to video surveillance footage as part of council’s illegal dumping prevention project.

The council area covers the suburbs of Ashfield, Dulwich Hill, Marrickville, Newtown, Petersham, Annandale, Leichhardt, Lilyfield and Balmain.

This Inner West Council surveillance trial tender closes on July 31 – you can find out more and apply here or read more SEN news here.

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Walk Testing Alarm Sensors

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July 23, 2024