Most commented stories: November 2008
04 Dec 08
The articles on info4security that attracted the most discussion in November were lead, perhaps unsurprisingly, by the sudden departure of the SIA chief Mike Wilson.
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SMT Online Editor's View: Court in the Act
03 Dec 08
Securiplan plc in the Crown Court, potential scrapping of the UK’s opt-out clause from the Working Time Directive and an exposé on the banking sector. Welcome to the inaugural SMT Online Editor’s View.
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Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006
03 Dec 08
Most commented stories: November 2008
04 Dec 08
The articles on info4security that attracted the most discussion in November were lead, perhaps unsurprisingly, by the sudden departure of the SIA chief Mike Wilson.
ANPR reader 'cuts need for expensive cameras'
04 Dec 08
Premier Electronics claims its latest automatic number plate recognition system eliminates the need for expensive specialised ANPR cameras.
IFSEC
Talking IFSEC with director James Blue
02 Dec 08
Anthony Hildebrand, editor of info4security.com, speaks exclusively to IFSEC director James Blue about preparations for the 2009 event – and lets us in on a few planned launches for next year…
Apprentice Challenge winners honoured
05 Nov 08
CSL DualCom, sponsor of the 2008 Apprentice Skills Challenge, has been celebrating the winners of this year's event.
Now you see it...
04 Dec 08
Retail giant Sainsbury’s brought on board distributor Norbain as a partner to ensure the smooth-running of a huge security installation across 149 of its UK stores. Continual communication and innovation in the approach to the project has...
Policing is all about politics, isn’t it?
04 Dec 08
Sir - I read with great interest your excellent SMT Editor’s View on www.info4security.com (‘The Teflon Don unglued at last’, 8.10.2008). It served to confirm my own view that policing in the UK is all about politics and not about people.
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Watch IFSEC 2008: the movie
Feast your eyes and ears on this: a four minute tour around the world's largest security event - held in May at Birmingham's NEC...
Vumii shows off "long range" software platform
Sensorii, the new software platform from long range day/night camera manufacturer Vumii, has been designed to give CCTV operators better control of PTZ units and improved situational awareness.
Trouble gets sorted: the ACT720 datalogging multimeter
30 Nov 08
The ACT720 logger will find faults and save time for the solo installer...
Compact worker: Plustek's NVR-4000
02 Nov 08
The NVR-4000 from Plustek is a neat little unit, but its set up needs looking at...
Out of Hours
An Axis of Good
Almost a year to the day since the company’s bold relaunch, yesterday saw Axis Security host its inaugural Christmas Luncheon for clients and industry colleagues alike. Thanks to an exclusive press invitation, Brian Sims was in attendance...
CSL goes pink for charity
Staff from Bromsgrove-based Converged Solutions Limited have gone pink to support this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.
CIPD applauds Labour push to tackle absenteeism
The Government’s response to Dame Carol Black’s review of employee absenteeism has been praised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Installers advised to get ready for EU Battery Directive
The British Security Industry Association is advising installers to get prepared for the forthcoming EU Battery Directive – the latest piece of environmental legislation which comes into force next year.
The CCTV Doctor: CCTV on wheels
Jon Hill of Siemens Building Technologies, Security Products Ltd answers installers' questions ... this month: public transport
The CCTV Doctor: Conquer space
Jon Hill of Siemens Security Products answers questions from installers … this month: compression
New Wave for hotel
03 Dec 08
The new CISA Wave Mode contactless hotel locking system from Ingersoll Rand has been installed in the 84-bedroom Express by Holiday Inn at Ayr, Scotland.
BPT appears in Clarence Dock
02 Dec 08
BPT Security systems (UK) has just completed one of its biggest ever projects – at the Clarence Dock development in Leeds.
Securiplan: The verdict
04 Dec 08
Guarding company Securiplan plc has been fined £95,000 (£5,000 per count) for 19 offences of deploying unlicensed security operatives between March and September 2006. Brian Sims examines the facts of what many practitioners are viewing...
Anvil Group provides training in the Province
03 Dec 08
The Group has designed a full range of certified security courses to meet the needs of individuals and corporations working within the sector.
CCTV
IP launches for Mitsubishi
04 Dec 08
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced a range of IP network cameras to complement its range of digital security products.
ANPR reader 'cuts need for expensive cameras'
04 Dec 08
Premier Electronics claims its latest automatic number plate recognition system eliminates the need for expensive specialised ANPR cameras.
New detector launch for Bosch
04 Dec 08
Bosch Security Systems has launched its new Professional Series EN 50131-2 Grade 3 Movement Detectors, which come with multi-point anti-mask technology and innovative Sensor Data Fusion.
Calling the shots at Aldershot
01 Dec 08
SIGNET’S integrity voice alarm system is the powerful new force behind the life safety systems recently added to Aldershot Football Club’s Recreation Ground.
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SMT Online Editor's View: Court in the Act
04 Dec 08
Thank you for another excellent write -up on these crucial issues.
CCTV: the ‘cure-all’ or total con?
04 Dec 08
CCTV must detect crime to prevent crime - criminals must fear it & the public must know it is on their side. For it to work there must be a clear process to ensure image results in identified suspect & that suspect in court.
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