Quanergy has introduced two new additions to its portofolio with the new Q-Track HD and Q-Track Dome 3D Lidar sensors, which join Quanergy’s Q-Track LR (Long Range) offering to comprise one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of high-performance 3D Lidar solutions available.

“Quanergy 3D Lidar solutions are rapidly being adopted to solve longstanding challenges in the physical security and smart spaces markets due to their ability to effectively increase overall security and virtually eliminate costly false alarms,” said Enzo Signore, CEO, Quanergy Solutions. “With the introduction of our new Q-Track HD and Q-Track Dome sensors for close-range applications joining our highly successful Q-Track LR long-range sensor, Quanergy offers a comprehensive 3D Lidar system solution that delivers proactive awareness for a myriad range of applications.”

The new Q-Track HD provides optimal 3D Lidar detection, tracking and classification performance for challenging environments such as crowded airports, large malls and stores, industrial and manufacturing facilities, and education and corporate campuses. With a 360° horizontal field of view and very wide vertical field of view, a meshed network of Q-Track HD sensors can accurately track over 1000 people simultaneously, even as they move around obstructions such as line queues, columns, shelves, desks, and more.

Also recently making its debut at ISC West, Q-Track Dome which is designed to track and classify people in even smaller and more complex environments within office buildings, corridors, mantraps, transportation terminals, and various other queue applications. With a 90° vertical field of view, Q-Track Dome is optimised for dense areas, offering unmatched performance and reliability for object tracking and classification, and crowd intelligence gathering applications.

The field proven Quanergy Q-Track LR (Long Range) sensor is currently deployed at over 100 customer sites globally, including many of the largest datacentres, airports, energy substations and water plants in operation. Q-Track LR detects, classifies and tracks people and vehicles at long distances with a single sensor covering an area equivalent to three football fields. Q-Track LR provides a highly accurate and cost-effective, proactive solution for perimeter intrusion detection (PID) applications.

This latest new combination of Quanergy 3D Lidar sensors operate seamlessly together when integrated into a single networked system, allowing organisations to track people, vehicles and objects across every zone of protection from the perimeter to close interior locations. For example, at airports, Quanergy 3D Lidar solutions can track passengers from curb arrival to gate departure, effectively helping increase passenger flow/throughput to help ensure a better traveller experience while improving operational and strategic initiatives in real-time and for future planning.

At datacentres Quanergy 3D Lidar solutions can alert security of a potential breach at the perimeter of a property, and track all movements within a facility’s corridors and server rooms and racks. Quanergy’s combination of 3D Lidar solutions minimize the number of optical sensors required at datacentres while maximizing coverage.

Quanergy Q-Track-HD, Q-Track Dome and Q-Track LR leverage the same rich ecosystem of 40+ integrations with leading technology partners such as Milestone Xprotect, Genetec Security Center, Hanwha Wave, Network Optix, Surveill by Edge 360, Mirasys, Flir Latitude, Salient, Digifort, and Advancis, plus a wide range of PTZ cameras from various manufacturers.

Hanwha Vision has released the AIB-800, an AI Box that enables users to convert any standard ONVIF-compatible video surveillance camera into an AI-enabled analytics camera. The AI Box provides a cost-effective way for businesses to upgrade its current camera equipment to leverage the benefits of AI, with no need to modify existing security systems and avoiding the complexities of replacing them entirely, the company reports. Moreover, no additional construction costs or monthly recurring expenses are incurred.

Powerful AI analytics for video surveillance

The Hanwha Vision AI Box means businesses can use legacy cameras and also generate AI insights and metadata including object type (person/vehicle). A range of AI-powered video analytics enables the accurate detection and classification of people and vehicles as distinct objects separate from their surroundings.This reduces false alarms and improves operator efficiency, allowing security teams to focus on higher-value activities.

The AI Box includes intelligent analytics including loitering and line-crossing detection for more effective perimeter and access control. In addition, the AIB-800 features BestShot which captures the best still cuts of classified objects.

These still cuts contain metadata of the objects’ distinctive attributes, allowing operators to quickly find footage.

Multiple camera integration

The AIB-800 supports multiple cameras, with up to eight channels at a maximum resolution of 32MP, and is pre-installed with the Wise AI App. Hanwha says It is compatible with any standard ONVIF-based cameras, video management software (including Milestone, Genetec, Wisenet SSM and Wisenet Wave) and alarm monitoring systems.

Business intelligence

The AI engine provides business intelligence analytics such as people and vehicle counting, queue management and heatmap, generating insights to support business decisions in a variety of industries from retail to transport.

For example, people counting and queue management can improve waiting times in stations or stores, preventing overcrowding as well as queues. Meanwhile, heatmap insights can help with operational plans and schedules by revealing patterns of consumer behaviour, enabling management to plan staffing, cleaning and maintenance at optimum times of day.

Next-level cybersecurity

 The solution features advanced cybersecurity, with full National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) compliance, FIPS 140-2 and device certificate (private Root CA). “The AIB-800 enables security leaders to transform their existing surveillance systems into AI-powered ones, with potentially significant cost and time savings in avoiding the complexity of overhauling an entire security system,” said John Lutz Boorman, Head of Product and Marketing at Hanwha Vision Europe.

Hanwha Vision, a global vision solution provider, has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative.

The UNGC encourages companies to integrate 10 key principles – covering human rights, labour standards, environmental protection and anti-corruption – into their core operations and strategies. With over 20,000 participants in 167 countries, the UNGC provides a framework for businesses to contribute to a more sustainable future.

“Joining the UNGC strengthens Hanwha Vision’s commitment to upholding the highest global standards for sustainable management,” said Soonhong Ahn, president and CEO of Hanwha Vision. “We believe that our corporate activities, investments and solution development, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, can contribute meaningfully to the goals of the United Nations and the international community.”

Through its UNGC membership, Hanwha Vision will strengthen its ESG (environmental, social and governance) efforts and embed the organisation’s 10 principles into its day-to-day business practices and corporate culture. Additionally, Hanwha Vision will demonstrate its progress through annual communication on progress (CoP) reports, ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders.

Last year, Hanwha Vision published its sustainability report and has been actively communicating its ESG progress and future plans to external and internal stakeholders, including customers, employees, and strategic partners. By joining the UNGC, the company aims to become a leader in fostering a more sustainable video surveillance industry.

“As a global leader in the video surveillance industry, we applaud Hanwha Vision’s membership in the UNGC and believe it will have a valuable impact on fostering a more sustainable domestic and international video surveillance industry,” said Yeonchul Yoo, executive director of the UNGC Network Korea. “We look forward to supporting Hanwha Vision as it accelerates its ESG journey.”

EL.MO. has taken a significant step forward with the development of D-Pulse Advanced, an evolution of their Proxima control panel, built upon the innovative D-Pulse technology.

D-Pulse Advanced technology brings several advantages to the table. It offers enhanced precision in alarm management with alarm splitting. The system efficiently handles multiple tasks concurrently through simultaneous management. Pro-AIUNIT Event Management leverages artificial intelligence to effectively manage events, while multiple analytics provide comprehensive analysis capabilities for various security needs. Moreover, separate inputs in the control panel ensure improved organization and control, while camera event management and NVR status updates facilitate seamless integration with camera systems and real-time monitoring.

The new Advanced technology also ensures network segregation, keeping the intrusion system management network separate from the CCTV management network. This segregation enhances security and reliability.

With D-Pulse Advanced, managing CCTV events through the NVR is streamlined, as the NVR acts as a central collector of information for the entire system. This integration allows for the detection of alarm events such as intrusions, line crossings, or abandoned objects using AI-based cameras. These cameras significantly enhance the system’s performance, flexibility, and reliability, leading to increased detection efficiency.

EL.MO.’s D-Pulse Advanced sets a new standard in security system integration, promising to deliver advanced capabilities and improved performance for comprehensive security solutions.

The global physical security information management (PSIM) market size is projected to grow from USD 3.5 billion in 2024 to USD 4.3 billion by 2029 at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during the forecast period, according to the latest information from research firm, Marketsandmarkets.

The integration of cloud-based solutions and advanced technologies like AI, ML, and blockchain has propelled the rapid growth of PSIM adoption. The analysts found that cloud-based PSIM solutions offer remote accessibility and cost reductions, while AI, ML, and blockchain integration automate processes, enhance threat detection, and secure data exchange. These combined advancements in PSIM systems cater to organisations’ demands for scalable, cost-effective, and efficient security solutions, driving significant expansion in the PSIM market.

 Almost 43% of cyber-attacks target SMBs

The exponential growth of SMEs in the PSIM market is attributed to the escalating recognition of the critical importance of robust security measures to combat cyber threats. With nearly 43% of cyber-attacks targeting SMBs, the imperative for effective security solutions among smaller enterprises is evident. However, SMEs often encounter budget constraints and resource limitations, heightening vulnerability to security breaches. Consequently, investing in tailored PSIM solutions has become a priority. These solutions, encompassing video surveillance, access control, and alarm management, empower SMEs to monitor and respond to security incidents efficiently. Moreover, the affordability, scalability, and ease of deployment of cloud-based PSIM options are particularly appealing to SMEs. By embracing PSIM technologies, SMEs bolster their security posture, mitigate cyber risks, and safeguard assets and operations against evolving threats in today’s digital landscape.

 Heightened demand for VMS solutions

The video management software type holds the largest market share in the PSIM market due to its indispensable role in modern security systems. With the proliferation of CCTV cameras globally, there’s a heightened demand for VMS solutions to handle and manage footage from numerous cameras efficiently. Modern VMS systems are renowned for their open-platform design, enabling seamless integration of various camera types and brands and advanced features like motion detection and video analytics. When integrated with PSIM software, VMS delivers multiple benefits, including real-time video feed monitoring from multiple cameras and automation of video management processes.

Key players

Some of the key players in this market identified by the researchers and inlcuded in the report include, Hexagon AB, Honeywell, Hikvision, Everbridge, Axxonsoft, Genetec, Advancis, Entelec, Verint, Vidsys, Nanodems, Eagle Eye Networks, Bold Group, Primion, Persistent Sentinel, Prysm Software, Sureview, Easypsim, Veracity Solutions, Aarmtech, Octopus, Network Harbor, Fast Systems, Integrated Security Systems (ISS), and Gretsch-Unitas.

AMG Systems introduced the AMG150/155 series of cost-effective single-channel industrially hardened PoE injectors that can support Ethernet speeds from 10Mb to 10Gb and inject 30W, 60W, or 90W power for use by PoE powered devices.

Models within the series offer a wide range of DC or AC power inputs with integrated industry-leading surge protection. The AMG150/155 series are unique in that they are standard with 1Gbps speed and offer 2.5, 5, and 10Gbps speed models.

The AMG150 Series consists of eight models powered by external DC power supplies utilizing from 9 to 60VDC depending on individual model numbers. The AMG155 Series consists of five models designed to be powered by 85 to 264VAC mains power. The entire line offers multiple mounting options including Din Rail, wall mounting, or unique to AMG, magnetic mounting. The line is fully hardened, designed to be NEMA TS2 compliant, and can operate outdoors in a suitable IP-rated housing and extreme temperatures (-40 to +75°C).

Steve Clarke, AMG’s Managing Director, said, “We designed the AMG150/155 Series to provide a competitive, cost-effective, designed in the USA/UK, manufactured in the UK (NDAA & TAA compliant) alternative to the mostly Asia-made, re-badged products currently available. Incorporating a more installer-friendly form factor and fully integrated surge protection along with support for true IEEE 802.3bt compliant high power PoE, while being able to meet industry cost targets will make these products extremely attractive to many PoE powered applications.”

Tom Exley, AMG Technical Director adds “The AMG150/155 series sets the quality standard. Our engineering team looked at what was currently available, identified weaknesses, and engineered our product line to overcome those weaknesses. Many competitors offer Asia-sourced PoE injectors. None are equal in terms of being industrially hardened and made in an ISO9001-certified facility and still being cost-effective. We believe in the quality and stand behind them with lifetime support. This injector opens dozens of applications that can now utilize PoE as the power source. Plus having a product made in the UK gives your network an added layer of security.”

Earlier this month Motorola Solutions hosted a panel at Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies Summit in New York to address how artificial intelligence (AI), when designed with the greater good in mind, can help protect and secure communities, schools and businesses.

“At Motorola Solutions, we believe AI has the power to revolutionise safety and security,” said Mahesh Saptharishi, executive vice president and chief technology officer, Motorola Solutions. “We know AI is here to stay, and it’s incumbent upon the global technology community to come together and discuss considerations for the safety, security and steerability of its use cases. People have to be able to trust AI for it to make a difference.”

At the Most Innovative Companies Summit, Motorola Solutions led important discussions with industry experts about designing AI with public safety at the centre.

Saptharishi was joined by co-panelists Patrick Huston, brigadier general, U.S. Army (ret.) and Michael Kearns, professor of computer science and information, University of Pennsylvania. General Huston is a member of the FBI’s AI Task Force, and was previously a member of the Army’s Responsible AI Board in the Pentagon. Michael Kearns is an Amazon scholar and co-author of “The Ethical Algorithm,” a book centred on socially aware algorithm design.

“First responders and 9-1-1 call takers face tremendous stress, having to make critical decisions in microseconds,” added Saptharishi. “AI shows the great potential to assist decision-makers in these life-or-death scenarios, especially when it’s estimated that 10,000 lives could be saved in the U.S. each year if we shave just one minute from 9-1-1 response times. I can’t think of a better calling for innovation.”

Motorola Solutions invested $858 million in research and development in 2023, delivering next-generation technologies and expanding its portfolio of intellectual property, which stands at approximately 6,560 granted patents and approximately 775 pending patents.

Numerous milestones in ninety years of business have shaped Securitas’ path to a leadership position in the private security industry.

Established in Helsingborg, Sweden, in 1934 by Erik Philip-Sörensen, Securitas has evolved from a traditional night guard operation into a global leader in security solutions.

Already in the mid-1940s, Securitas began integrating technology in solutions for clients, growing rapidly after WWII. Securitas pioneered automatic access control and made history by launching the world’s first online connected ATM in 1968. By elevating human presence and experience with technology, Securitas has helped clients to focus on their core business – a continuous development that laid the foundation for what today is Securitas Technology.

Dating back to 1958, founder Erik Philip-Sörensen had the foresight to establish Securitas’ values of integrity, helpfulness, and vigilance, documenting them in the book Code of Conduct for Officers to protect the profession and ensure its integrity. He emphasized the ongoing importance of developing standards, recognizing it as a work that is never finished.

In the 1980s, former CEO Melker Schörling’s leadership emphasized simplification, client focus, and international expansion, driving Securitas’ growth across Europe, the U.S., and beyond through strategic acquisitions. The divestment of non-core businesses allowed Securitas to refocus on specialized security services, maintaining its commitment to operational excellence and core values throughout its global expansion journey.

“Living our purpose, to help make the world a safer place, has a profoundly positive impact not only on our clients but also on the world at large,” says Securitas President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist. “Leaders who embody our timeless values have shaped our culture and maintained a commitment to excellence. With our focus on continuous improvement and innovation, we are in a better place than ever to address the evolving needs of our clients and the broader security landscape.”

 The global SCADA market size is anticipated to grow from USD 11.2 billion in 2024 to USD 16.6 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2024 to 2029, according to the lastest research from Marketsandmarkets. Surging deployment of AI and IoT across manufacturing industries and increasing smart city projects pertaining to infrastructure and transportation are cited as just a few of the significant factors which drive the growth of this market.

Within the discrete manufacturing landscape, SCADA systems serve as integral tools to uphold production efficiency and meet targeted output objectives. These systems monitor and control the entire production lifecycle, from tracking units in production to managing inventory levels for just-in-time manufacturing practices.

Additionally, SCADA systems play a pivotal role in orchestrating industrial automation and robotics while concurrently monitoring processes and ensuring stringent quality control measures. As a result, SCADA offers a robust platform for the development of sophisticated, interconnected, and secure solutions that significantly enhance the efficacy of manufacturing operations. The escalating demand for such advanced SCADA systems is anticipated to be a key driver propelling growth within the SCADA market.

 Software at the core

At the core of any SCADA infrastructure lies its software, which serves as the foundation for its functionality. This software framework facilitates crucial functions such as trend analysis, diagnostics, and data monitoring, enabling efficient data analysis and communication of system issues to operators to minimize downtime. Key benefits offered by SCADA software include real-time data storage, ongoing system surveillance, alarm validation, and secure management of sensitive information. By empowering operators with streamlined workflows, facilitating rapid decision-making, minimizing errors, pinpointing root causes of issues, and optimizing plant operations, SCADA software plays a pivotal role in enhancing overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Remote terminal units

Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) reign supreme in the SCADA market due to several factors. Their versatility across industries, cost-effectiveness for remote sites, and focus on data acquisition perfectly align with core SCADA functionalities. Designed for harsh environments, RTUs offer scalability for diverse project needs.

While PLCs handle complex control logic within central control rooms, RTUs excel at acquiring data from geographically dispersed locations, making them the most widely used component in SCADA systems.

Some of the key players named by the researchers as being active in the SCADA market include Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Emerson Electric Co., Siemens, and ABB, for example.