Security Features - April 2009

Paxton Access show their newly released access control units, Net2 plus and Net2 nano, at IFSEC 2009.
Released to the market in April, these eagerly awaited additions to the Net2 range provide even more flexibility when specifying or installing an access control system.
Net plus and Net2 nano have been designed to extend the possibilities of Net2, Paxton Access’ networked access control system.
Net2 plus is a new control unit for the Net2 access control system. It has an on-board RJ45 socket to connect to a TCP/IP network in the same way as any other IP device, removing the need for a separate piece of hardware. This diverse control unit can also be used as a TCP/IP to RS485 converter for when it is not possible to get a network point exactly where you want it. While the current specification of Net2 plus is the same as the other Net2 control units, it is likely to be increased in the future. Using Net2 plus means your client’s investment is future proofed. As Net2 plus develops, existing sites will be able to take advantage of its increased functionality.
Net2 nano is a wireless control unit for the Net2 access control system. Net2 nano removes the need for hardwiring between door controllers and a PC by replacing a wired connection with a wireless one. Simply connect a Net2Air USB bridge to the Net2 server PC and it will pick up and communicate with the Net2 nano control units in range. A limit of 10 Net2 nano control units per Ethernet or USB bridge and a maximum of 200 Net2 nano control units per site is recommended.
Paxton Access will be demonstrating both of these fantastic new products, on their stand at IFSEC.
Visit the Paxton Access Stand E20, Hall 4, 11th to 14th May at the NEC Birmingham to see the opportunities and benefits that these new breakthroughs will bring to access control.

At a Time When Security Has Never Been More Important, Always Have Peace of Mind, Wherever You Are
Recent Home Office figures reported the effects of the economic recession are making an impact on crime and with a 4% increase in domestic burglary people are increasingly concerned with finding better ways to secure their home or office whilst away. Panasonic can offer people greater peace of mind through the recent launch of the BL-C101 and BL-C121 Network Cameras.
These feature packed cameras enable remote monitoring of precious places from anywhere in the world and at any time from either a PC or mobile phone with each model packing in to its low profile design the option to detect moving objects such as humans and notify the user by email or audible alert on a PC.
For easy installation the BL-C101 features Panasonic proprietary PoE which supplies power and transmits images through a single cable whilst the BL-C121 features IEEE 802.11bg for fast and cable free data transfer. The inclusion of Plug-and-Play support on both models takes easy installation a step further by making network setup effortless.
Both of the new cameras can simultaneously transmit MPEG-4 video and JPEG images to a PC or other mobile device and feature an integrated web server and website allowing users to monitor video and control a variety of camera functions.
Additional features include:
10x Digital Zoom
Up To 30 Fps, CMOS Image Sensor
Min. 5 Lux/Colour Night View Mode Of 3 Lux
Full-Screen Display Monitoring
Image Output To PC In Progressive Scan
External Output Terminal Control Can Be Activated Through Motion Detection
SSL Support Data Encryption
DDNS Support
Integrated Microphone 4-Up, 9-Up, & 16-Up Multi-Camera Pages

HID on the Desktop™ adds a logical dimension to physical access control installations
Cost-Effective Solution Supports Risk-Appropriate Authentication for Logical Access
HID Global recently announced the launch of HID on the Desktop™, a powerful set of logical access control solutions that can extend the reach of an organization’s existing physical access infrastructure. Mirroring the secure and convenient user experience popularized by the company’s physical access control platforms, HID on the Desktop delivers user-friendly convenience and improved risk management for secure access to Windows®.
HID on the Desktop represents a bold departure from the product positioning and value propositions offered by other strong authentication solutions on the market. Built out of a need to balance ease-of-use, cost and diverse security requirements, this economical solution allows organizations to leverage existing physical access cards, enabling physical access control integrators to use HID technology to provide customers with complementary logical access solutions.
HID on the Desktop solutions demystify strong (multi-factor) authentication for both the end-user and the administrator, enabled by the use of a single credential for both physical and logical access. A three-component solution (HID cards, OMNIKEY® readers and naviGO™ software), HID on the Desktop provides corporate enterprises with the flexibility to deploy the most “risk-appropriate” authentication method. Depending on the employee role or job function, a single system can be used to manage different methods of log-on security supporting two-factor authentication (using PIN and card).
A key innovative component of the HID on the Desktop solution is naviGO software, which extends the Windows authentication model to include HID PROX and iCLASS® contactless cards, allowing users the ability to use their existing HID access control badge to log on to Windows. In addition, naviGO allows card holders to manage their own enrollment, establish and manage their PIN and provides Emergency.
Access via Knowledge Based Authentication - all through a self-service application. naviGO also supports PKI based credentials including digital certificates on HID’s Crescendo™ smart cards.
“Organizations implementing the HID on the Desktop solution will see significant improvements in terms of cost of ownership, ease of use and speed of deployment against other complex authentication methods on the market,” said Anthony Ball, senior vice president, Identity and Access Management (IAM), HID Global. “Never before has it been so easy to have convenience meet security on the desktop.”
HID Global is hosting worldwide HID on the Desktop launch events.

New Padlock has surprise for theives
The new alarm padlock from Securesight has a built-in siren that goes off if it is knocked or moved, sending surprised opportunist thieves and vandals running.
The 110dB siren is as loud as a car alarm and cannot be muffled, sounding for ten seconds before automatically re-arming itself ready to deter again.
The Alarm Padlock is perfect for wherever conventional padlocks would be used, offering double the protection for just £19.99. Not only is it ideal for gates, garages, storage facilities and lock-ups, but it can also be used to protect particular favourites of the opportunist thief which until now have been difficult to alarm, such as bicycles, tool boxes, on-site kit and machinery.
The Alarm Padlock can work over 2000 times before batteries need replacing and can be used armed or unarmed thanks to a clever shackle system. It is extremely robust and weather resistant with a hardened steel shackle and zinc alloy body.
The product is the latest in a family of innovative theft deterrent solutions from Securesight which also includes award-winning digital security camera floodlights, announcers, lanterns and door viewers.

Largest operation ever mounted in Scotland to tackle rogue security companies
Investigators from the SIA supported officers from Strathclyde Police, Lothian & Borders Police, UK Border Agency and the Department of Work and Pensions, to target rogue security firms working at construction sites across the Strathclyde and Lothian & Borders areas.
For the operation, the partners pooled intelligence to tackle companies believed to have links to serious and organised crime. Investigators targeted security operatives at 202 construction sites which were secured by 37 different security companies.
- 120 licensable security operatives were checked
- 56 Reported offences
Investigations are continuing.
Christy Hopkins, SIA Head of Investigation, said:
“This huge operation shows the commitment of the SIA and our partners to target rogue security companies that seek to profit by disregarding the law. The SIA regulates the private security industry to ensure that only fit and proper people are employed in these positions of trust within our communities. We will continue to work closely with our partners to cause maximum disruption to rogue security firms,”
Detective Inspector Calum Young, Maryhill CID, said:
“I am pleased with the results of Wednesday’s operation. The sole purpose of this and the operations that will follow, is to target those individuals and companies that continue to act outside the law.
“Our message to those who are active in the Private Security Industry is a simple one; you are governed by the Private Security Industry Act 2001, act and work in accordance with the law.”
Phil Taylor, Regional Director of the UK Border Agency in Scotland and Northern Ireland said:
“Our message is clear - we will not tolerate immigration related crime, which threatens to damage our communities. This successful operation shows our commitment to work closely with our colleagues in police forces throughout Scotland to help uncover this activity.
“We are determined to deal with this threat, and we will step in and identify those who are breaking our immigration laws and remove those people who are in the UK illegally.”

New doors for new station
London's new St Pancras International station – home of the Eurostar - has been fitted with Martin Roberts steel doorsets from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies.
Over 400 fire and acoustic doorsets with bespoke vision panels, integrated access control and clean-lined hardware have been installed as part of the refurbishment at both passenger level and throughout back of house areas. Martin Roberts performance doorsets were chosen for their ability to meet the demanding criteria of the transportation sector set by high volumes of traffic and likely abuse.
Function often takes precedence over form when it comes to doorsets destined for a rail network, which demands robust, long life-cycle solutions. However Martin Roberts steel doorsets provide the perfect blend of durability and high performance coupled with value for money and visual appeal. Successfully tested to one million cycles in accordance with European Standard BS EN 1191, their benefits and superiority over timber include increased durability and reduced maintenance, coupled with better fire, acoustic and security performance and enhanced life-cycle.
The installation was overseen by Ingersoll Rand to ensure accuracy and continuity of installation throughout the process. This dedicated service meant that they were on hand to provide on going guidance and help in ensuring design approval from the consortium of different parties involved in the scheme. These included everyone from the individual rail companies to English Heritage who helped oversee the development of the Grade I listed building.

Thieves tracked with Navman wireless technology
Landscaping, horticultural and grounds care specialists Bourne Amenity is celebrating the recovery of one of its vehicles – stolen but swiftly located by Navman Wireless real time vehicle tracking technology.
The route taken by hapless thieves from the company’s Tenterden depot was observed by Transport Manager Graham Grieves, via the tracking systems’ advanced software system, and he immediately notified the police of its whereabouts.
“We use the Navman Wireless system, principally, to cut costs and boost our business efficiency, but it also sends an alert to my mobile if one of our vehicles moves outside of normal working hours,” explained Graham.
When he received such an alert on the evening of February 10, he knew something was amiss and that he had to act quickly. Graham contacted the police and logged onto the system’s tracking software from his home PC.
“Being able to accurately track the stolen vehicle’s movement in real time meant that there was no escape and police soon homed in on it,” he said.
“Although the thieves made a hasty get away, the vehicle – a beaver tail flat bed truck worth more than £20,000 – was recovered and this was invaluable to the ongoing operation of our business.”
An additional security tracking device had also been fitted in the truck but this was discovered and removed by the thieves before they stole the vehicle. The Navman Wireless tracking unit however was never uncovered, having been too well concealed.
Although no arrests have yet been made, Kent Police are still investigating the case.
Tony Neill, Executive Vice President, Navman Wireless, added: “The tangible benefits to vehicle operators of investing in telematics are considerable and we are delighted it is demonstrating its value to John Bourne & Co. Further significant returns on investment should continue to be realised by the company in the months ahead.”
Navman Wireless vehicle tracking enables users to track, message and monitor their fleet from almost any PC at any location, providing vital information about companies’ workforces and mobile assets.