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The Shield security camera

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The Shield security camera.

At IFSEC this year we spent plenty of time looking at The Shield security camera. The camera is a testament to the technology partnership between March Networks and 360 Vision. It combines the best of what both companies are about  and we believe it is soon to hit the American market place. This unity of technology means we predict it will take it by storm.

External security solution.

The hardware side of The Shield security camera is manufactured by 360 vision technology and fits seamlessly together with the clever software solutions developed by March. The Shield has been designed to fit into the needs of customers who mainly have external security issues but need a camera that can operate in the harshest of environments.

March Networks,The CCTV software side.

IP, POE, and analytics have all been cleverly integrated into the camera design and and help to make it attractive to CCTV installers and IT integrators alike. March Networks have fitted all these features together and with their codec at the heart of things it means that videosphere CCTV software acts as the ideal recording solution to compliment this camera.

ONVIF.

The Shield security camera is ONVIF compatible  and this means that it will integrate with other manufactures CCTV software as well. However March Networks and 360 vision also have other ideas they wish to add to this already loaded security solution. An on board hard drive will soon compliment the software recording and this will make it attractive where recording continuity is essential.

Robust design.

The Shield PTZ camera moves beautifully, is fast and quiet and built to last, this makes it ideal for any external needs but don’t rule out using it internally . It will come to the fore when installed in docks , ports airports and sports stadiums to name just a few applications but hangers and warehouses could also suit. When installed outside it has a wiper to ensure weather does not become a factor and is extremely robust in design, resisting all the elements can throw at it.

Megapixel IP Camera.

Could there be any more developments round the corner? There are plans to integrate Megapixel  technology into the package and this will add just one more benefit to what is already a very loaded CCTV camera.

Conclusion.

Having seen how the Shield camera works, big sales are inevitable, upgrades of  PTZ cameras are the ideal target market for this product and viewing the Shield Security camera on the web is highly recommended.

Alhua security cameras

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Alhua.

 

Alhua Technology Co LTD.manufactures cameras and digital recorders for the CCTV industry. For 15 years they have concentrated on innovative design and research. Their equipment is future proofed and well designed to fit into the market place as it starts to move towards IP technology

Where did it start?

Alhua first launched an 8 channel real time embedded DVR in 2002 since then they have expanded their product base with the aim to becoming the No 1 security brand in china. They have produced ground breaking products in the past and with the introduction of IP cameras into their range, they continue grow rapidly.

ONVIF.

By embracing ONVIF, Alhua have made their products easier to integrate with other manufactures cameras and CCTV software, a clever move to help encourage world wide sales. In addition they have ISO 9001 accreditation that helps give them credibility in the international CCTV marketplace.

Markets.

Alhua have targeted European, American and Japanese markets especially the banking, public security and energy resources sectors.

Investment.

As with all good companies Alhua re-invest a large proportion of their turnover back into research and development, they claim as much as 10%. With this level of investment innovation and quality will thrive.

Overseas.

Clever marketing and overseas partnerships have helped Alhua develop a good reputation this can only continue and expansion of their market share is inevitable.

Product range.

An insight into some of their product range

stand alone DVRs LE -S series

4/8/16 way

LE-A series new entry level 4/8/16 standalone

DVR 1604 HE-u

a 20 channel 720p and full d1 recording hybrid standalone dvr

NVR DS-L series

4/8/16

network video recording solutions

IP and megapixel camera range

IPC-F725 series 1.3 megapixel Ip camera

IPC F725 series 2.0 megapixel

Conclusion.

Alhua is a name we are beginning to hear about more and more, proof that good quality products at a realistic price is the way to take your products to the world wide market.

CCTV and Electronic Security repair.

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CCTV repairs.

This week is being dominated by IFSEC and and all the new product releases. This creates much excitement within the security industry especially for manufacturers and installers. End users certainly take an interest but these tend to be from large organisations , those that can afford to upgrade their equipment on a regular basis.

The forgotten majority.

What about those end users who find themselves in a position whereby they have a desperate need for their security arrangements especially CCTV cameras but due to current economic conditions cannot afford to upgrade or renew kit?

CCTV Repair.

In the CCTV and security industry, repairs seem to be a forgotten option. Sales push new equipment all the time and sometimes forget that end users need to believe they are getting a good service as well as advice about new equipment that may be available. Repairing kit must be part of the service we supply.

Who does it?

From experience we find manufacturers seem to charge a fixed rate, often far more than they should and this often leaves installers with little option but to say to their customers that they are better off buying new. A double edged sword . Firstly there is a chance of an upgrade when kit goes wrong but more likely the customer feels let down and is likely to seek an alternative supplier as a result.

Is there a solution?

There are several repair centres popping up around the country looking for a share of an ever increasing repair market. The increase is mainly due to to the reasons i have listed above and of course the huge volume of  CCTV equipment out there .

Maxey Moverley.

Maxey Moverley are one of these centres that currently offer a CCTV and security repair service . They claim to be the largest repair facility in the country and offer a one stop shop for all security equipment repairs.

Domes.

Their repair service covers most makes of PTZ dome cameras and DVRs they offer a rapid turn around and live tracking so the customer can be assured that the repair is in their system and progressing.

Sony.

They are able to repair Sony blocks to component level, have state of the art test equipment and soak test to ensure all repairs have been effective.

Conclusion.

In an industry that seems to have forgotten the importance of being able to repair equipment rather than just replace it,  we see this as a welcome option for installers and end users alike.

Integrated security system

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Next week we write about all the things seen and talked about at IFSEC this week. In the mean time below we list all the parts that can be integrated together to give us a complete integrated security system and links to our blogs for details of suppliers.

Access control.

Card readers.

Biometrics.

Facial recognition.

IP cameras.

Thermal imaging cameras.

Video analytics.

Dome cameras.

DVR’s.

Intruder alarms.

Monitoring and transmission equipment.

VMS software.

Megapixel cameras.

and many more……..

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