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www.safesecuremagazine.com  Reduce Unwanted Alarms by Arindam Bhadra  Fire Safety: Looking Backward to Move Forward

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February 2021  Top 10 Security Industry Trends in 2021

TECH - UPDATE

INTERFACE

 SeeClear: Focus on Excellence with 5 Hikvision Core Technologies

SOLUTION UPDATE Mr. Ashish Shah (Managing Director) Ambetronics India Pvt. Ltd. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FLAME DETECTORS

 Prama Hikvision Offers Back-to-Business Solutions for Malls and Retail Outlets to Ensure Continuity and Safety  Back-to-Business Video Technology: Creating a Health and Safety Policy

 Prama Hikvision Introduces X-Ray Baggage Scanners  ZKTeco Biometrics India Pvt. Ltd.

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 Bhandara Fire: Hospital had No Fire Safety Equipment from 2018, Reveals RTI  Mapped: The Top Surveillance Cities Worldwide  Passive Fire Protection Solutions Market Forecast to Decrease by 9% During 2020

Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan (MD & CEO) Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. UNION BUDGET FY 2021-22

EXPERT TALK  Laws about Company Provided Prescription Safety Glasses  Do Companies Have to Provide Protective Clothing if it's Required by OSHA Standards?  Need for a Remote Monitoring and Control System  Tips for Better Fleet Management  Industrial Automation and IoT: What are the Benefits?  Why is School Safety Important?

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 Matrix Comsec Bags the Outstanding MSME Excellence Award by Federation of Gujarat Industries (FGI)  EZVIZ C3X Dual-lens AI Camera Wins 2021 BIG Innovation Award  Prama Hikvision's Partner Isha Enterprises Launches Website and Customer Care Mobile App on its 19th Foundation Day  How To Create Your Event Marketing Plan For 2021

THE FOAMTECH CUTTING EGDE SOLUTION TO OIL SPILLS

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Mr. Biman Banerjee Sr. Manager - Branded Sales

 COVID-19 Triggers Emphasis on Remote Work, Highlights IT Budget Inefficiencies

Exhibitions - 71 to 75

Mr. Anant Singh (CEO) HSE Integro

CHANGE IS THE ONLY CONSTANT THAT MALLCOM BELIEVES IN

TOP 10 EHS TRENDS IN INDIA 2021

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UNION BUDGET

www.safesecuremagazine.com  Reduce Unwanted Alarms by Arindam Bhadra  Fire Safety: Looking Backward to Move Forward

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February 2021  Top 10 Security Industry Trends in 2021

TECH - UPDATE

INTERFACE

 SeeClear: Focus on Excellence with 5 Hikvision Core Technologies

SOLUTION UPDATE Mr. Ashish Shah (Managing Director) Ambetronics India Pvt. Ltd. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FLAME DETECTORS

 Prama Hikvision Offers Back-to-Business Solutions for Malls and Retail Outlets to Ensure Continuity and Safety  Back-to-Business Video Technology: Creating a Health and Safety Policy

 Prama Hikvision Introduces X-Ray Baggage Scanners  ZKTeco Biometrics India Pvt. Ltd.

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 TATA Group Acquires People Screening Solution From ZKTeco India 26

Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan (MD & CEO) Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. UNION BUDGET FY 2021-22

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16 Mr. Rohit Gupta (CMD ) Foamtech Antifire Company

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THE FOAMTECH CUTTING EGDE SOLUTION TO OIL SPILLS

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Mr. Biman Banerjee Sr. Manager - Branded Sales

 COVID-19 Triggers Emphasis on Remote Work, Highlights IT Budget Inefficiencies

Exhibitions - 71 to 75

Mr. Anant Singh (CEO) HSE Integro

CHANGE IS THE ONLY CONSTANT THAT MALLCOM BELIEVES IN

TOP 10 EHS TRENDS IN INDIA 2021

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INTERFACE ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FLAME DETECTORS

Mr. Ashish Shah (Managing Director)

 What is Flame Detector? Flame Detectors are the first line of defense in fire detection and extinguishing system. Flame Detector is an electronic device that detects flame or fire in form of UV & IR radiation emitted by it & generates alarm and other outputs.

 Why use Flame Detectors? A Flame Detector is a safety device, which is employed to protect lives & assets. It has been seen that a small flame has turned into a catastrophic industrial fire, costing lives, destroying products & machinery, infrastructure, assets that makes an industry bankrupt. Hence, to avoid or to reduce the risk of fire at greater extent & ensure safety, flame detectors are installed.

 How Flame Detectors Work? Flame Detectors are composed of UV & IR sensors, 10

combination of multiple IR & UV sensors or standalone sensors depending on the flame detector's configuration. Whenever fire breaks out, it emits energy & radiations from burning hydrocarbon-based objects in the form UV & IR emissions. Unique fire radiations are also emitted; this radiation is detected by UV/IR sensor & analyzed for unique radiation pattern of fire. Once it is identified it is verified multiple times within a few seconds to avoid false alarm & verify the existence of true flame. Once confirmed alarm is generated.

 How are Flame Detectors used on ship? Flame Detectors can be used for onshore & offshore application. It can be used on ship where the natural gas & oil are extracted from the sea. Where gasses & oils are flammable & risk of fire is high, it can be mounted throughout between points of extraction process to storage facility. It can also be used in transportation or commercial ships at a point, where loading & unloading of February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

containers is done & also where it is stored to keep storage safe. It is also used in electrical or generator rooms, engine rooms in ship for monitoring and safety purpose.

 How to Clean Flame Detectors? The front glass of the Flame Detector must always be kept clean from any contamination (e.g. dust, fog, oil, ice, etc.) as it can reduce its ability of detection, lowering its overall performance. Hence, the front glass must be regularly cleaned with soft cotton or piece of clean cloth. For stains that are harder to remove, isopropyl alcohol can be used.

 How to test/calibrate Flame Detectors? The Flame Detector does not need calibration but its performance can be tested by the following methods: 1. For non-hazardous area/safe zone, flame detector can be tested with a standard 1 sq. ft. pan filled with a hydrocarbon based fuel (i.e. N-heptane, diesel, kerosene etc.) kept 25m away from detector & lit. When the fire is exposed, the flame detector should detect in less than 10 second. 2. For hazardous area, flame detectors can be tested with a test lamp (FTU-33133-FLP) from a distance of 5 meter. It is a safe testing method without actually generating a fire. The test lamp emits an equivalent radiation of those generated by an actual fire. The flame detector should detect in less than 10 seconds. 3. For general testing expose lighter flame to flame detector (keeping notch on maximum flame) from a distance of 1 to 2 meters. Flame detector should detect it in less than 5 seconds. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

 How is Flame Detector effective for oil and gas industry? The risk of fire breaking out in oil & gas industry is very high as they make use of highly flammable fuel, liquid chemicals & flammable gasses that can catch fire immediately in a fraction of second. The high-risk area can be loading, unloading of fuel & gas, process like refining, purifying gas filling station where a leakage of gas or fuel can catch fire. In such cases flame detectors are the first line of defense which will detect it at lower magnitude & preventive actions can be taken.

 What are the different configurations of flame detector sensors and where are they suitable? UV: Strictly for indoor application. Quick detection ideal for storage facility, offices, clean room, and laboratories. IR: Used where application is compact & close monitoring of static objects is required. Eg. monitoring of machinery in closed area, heavy machinery equipment, inside control panel, powder coating, turbine, automotive & petrochemical application. UV/IR: Suitable for Indoor/Outdoor general purpose application. MSIR: To cover a large area ranged application when detection zone is very large indoor as well as outdoor application like aircraft hangers. MSIR-UV: For application with potential false alarm sources, extreme high-risk area.

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iNTERFACE  About Mallcom Mallcom has established itself as the integrated manufacturer and distributor for head-to-toe protection and is a valued partner for major importers in their brand name. All our products being delivered throughout the globe carry required certifications. Mallcom has captive test labs in each of its production units that manages standards and ensures quality. Generous investment in up-gradation and innovation on the lab has helped us to innovate faster and customize products. Mallcom produces numerous product categories covering head to toe such as helmets, face masks, garments, rainwear, leather gloves, nitrile gloves, and shoes. To provide a one-stop solution, we also deal in eyewear, ear protection, and disposable synthetic gloves.  Why did you originally decide to dedicate production to creating PPE for the pandemic? The COVID - 19 pandemic has created an unprecedented demand for PPE, mostly in the healthcare industry, which had resulted in their shortages around the world. Mallcom had ramped up their production of medical textiles and facemasks to meet growing market demands and for ensuring supplies of essential PPEs to frontline healthcare professionals. As the number of coronavirus cases around the world continued to increase, the potential demand for personal protective equipment, or PPE started increasing. In response, we at Mallcom ramped up production of medical PPE, FFP2 masks, 2ply and 3ply masks to meet the demands.  Are fake products a grave problem for PPE manufacturers? If yes, then what steps PPE makers and the government should take to solve the problem of counterfeits?

Mr. Biman Banerjee Sr. Manager - Branded Sales

place a sample order for problematic listing from unauthorized sellers, which lead to either that seller account closer or removal of few listings from their account. Also, we have noticed several manufacturers had been selling medical face masks and other PPE for healthcare settings with "fake" certificates.  What are the biggest challenges you face/obstacles during the pandemic? The 2020 pandemic taught us some tight lessons during lockdown that affected workforce productivity and changed the complete working format of the organization.

Yes, we are facing huge issues on fake products while selling online where other sellers try to sell on our listing without any authorization.

We faced a huge issue in communication in working among employees during this period that was gradually solved by video conferencing websites, audio calls etc.

But so far, each time the marketplaces have responded with common solution to this issue to

We also had to cancel trade shows, events and exposition and had to conduct virtual events using

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CHANGE IS THE ONLY CONSTANT THAT MALLCOM BELIEVES IN social networking sites for product promotion and product launch. We also faced an issue in working of logistics department during lockdown due to remote working. Zoom sessions, group WhatsApp calls, uninterrupted high speed internet service that were solved through various activities, training sessions organized by the HR team helped the team to stay focused and in right spirit. We faced severe manpower shortage at the port, transport unavailability and various government regulations which kept changing daily. Post unlock phase challenge was to ensure nonturbulent working procedure and ensuring a safe environment for our workforce through regular sanitization, maintaining proper temperature records. With the opening of industries during unlock phases, with increased presence of workers within the factory premises, we adopted to a SOP in the post COVID situation.  Why is improving Safety Culture so important in your point of view for Global Market? Work injuries and illnesses can make workers suffer from low self-esteem, loss of independence, mental health problems, other medical problems, and damaged relationships. A safe and healthy workplace not only protects workers from injury and illness, it can also lower injury/illness costs, reduce absence and turnover, increase productivity and quality, and raise employee morale. In other words, safety is good for business. For business, one injury can mean financial disaster. It might cost production losses, wages for work not performed, increased workers' compensation insurance costs, damage to equipment or machinery, hiring and/or training new employees, decline in product quality and worker morale, decline in worker morale, high turnover, and lost work time. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

The cost of workplace injuries, illnesses and deaths is much greater than the cost of workers' compensation insurance alone.  How is the market for safety equipment in India? Which end-user industries are the key demand drivers for your products? The Indian PPE market is increasing at CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 12% due to adoption of strict regulatory framework for the safety of workers against various health risks in hazardous working environments. The excessive cost associated with workplace hazards post unlocking the economy, technological innovations for improved PPE fabric resulting in reduction of weight of the equipment has increased PPE demand in the country, thereby giving a healthy push to the Indian Personal Protection Equipment Market. The main key demand drivers for our products are healthcare and fabrication industries, Construction and automotive sectors, Oil & Gas industry, Pharmaceutical industry, F&B industry. Healthcare sector are seeing increasing market adoption for personal protection equipment owing to continuously increase in COVID -19 cases.  What is your message and final thought that you would like to share with our readers? Change is the only constant that Mallcom believes in. We had been adding products and categories of products which uses indigenous raw material and labor talents. In 2021, we plan to outperform the Indian market growth by adopting modern technologies and focusing on PPEs with comfort, design, and safety. We will further strengthen the usage of our social media platforms and mobile application to engage with the end users of PPEs and increase engagement in the B2B space.

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Union Budget FY 2021-22 - A transformative budget with positiveresolve for India to grow further with a vision of the AtmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan

Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan (MD & CEO) Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd.

The Union Budget FY 2021-22 is a transformative budget with positive resolve for India to grow further with a vision of the AtmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan that compliments the 'Make-in-India' initiative of the Government. AtmaNirbhar Bharat is an expression of 130 crore Indians, who have full confidence in their capabilities and skills. The Union Budget has identified the six pillars of Atmanirbhar Bharat's vision. On behalf of Prama Hikvision, we welcome the progressive and visionary budget and look forward to economic growth and stability. The budget has sincere intent to provide momentum to strengthen local manufacturing capabilities. The Production Linked Incentive scheme (PLI) is a welcome move by the government. The review of the customs duty structure is clearly seen as a move towards promoting the domestic manufacturing. We hope that the review of the custom duty structure will be done after extensive consultation with the key stakeholders. As India is set out to become the third-largest security industry in the world. We are striving to accelerate and build on this momentum of local manufacturing. The Indian security industry has seen the self-reliance push in the Union Budget 2021. We are hopeful that the proposed customs duty hikes on key electronic components will further give boost to the 'Make-in-India' 2.0. Smart Cities Mission is an important driver of growth in the security industry. The Smart Cities Mission has got a big boost in the Union Budget 2021-22 with allocation of Rs.6450 Crore. The move to strengthen the overall research ecosystem to boost innovation and R&D in the country, an outlay of Rs 50,000 crore, is being announced, for National Research Foundation. It is a big step for accelerating innovation and R&D in India. The budget clearly shows government's mega thrust on developing Infrastructure, Road Transport, Waterways, Airports, Railway, Metro Rail, 'MetroLite' and 'MetroNeo'. It is commendable for its inclusive growth agenda, overall a gradual step toward Atmanirbhar Bharat. For more information visit: www.hikvisionindia.com 14

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Mr. Rohit Gupta, CMD Foamtech Antifire Company Today when view the world, we look at it as a global village with transcending continent boundaries, where all the countries are racing towards growth, modernisation and dynamism with mutual trade and transactional relations. This rush for ground-breaking expansion and development is led by the lifeblood of nations which is "oil-the most crucial energy resource". Oil underpins the modern society but at the same time its exploration and transportation possess an appalling threat to the environment. Oil is a major pollutant in the ocean and marine oil spill is one of the major threats to the fragile water bodies, aquatic life, flora and fauna. The consequences of oil spill are profound and irreparable, thus the problem has attracted much attention from stake holders, policy makers, technologists, environmentalists and local people from the coastal regions. The Solution to Oil Spills The purpose of any oil spill response is to minimize environmental damage that could be caused by the leak. Dispersants are used to accelerate the removal of oil from the surface of the sea by greatly enhancing the rate of natural dispersion of oil and thus preventing it from washing ashore. 16

The Foamtech Cutting Egde Solution To Oil Spills Thereby, oil spill incidents need to be addressed by way of advance preparedness and planning. Chemical oil dispersants due to their ease of application have been preferred to other methods for oil spill management. Thus, to safeguard the environment and prevent such callous disasters, FOAMTECH ANTIFIRE COMPANY being the pioneer researcher and manufacturer in the field of firefighting and allied chemicals, has developed the "FOAMER Brand Oil Spill Dispersant". This effortful product has been tried, tested and approved by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO), Goa India. FOAMER Brand Oil Spill Dispersant is a chemical that can be applied directly to an oil slick and assists with breaking up the oil slick into small droplets ranging in size from a few micro meters to a few millimetres. It catalyses the dispersion of oil droplets into the water column which causes dilution to less harmful levels and eventually being used up as food by the microbes like bacteria present in the water column. Thus, this accelerates the natural process of bacterial degradation and dispersion, assisting the biodegradation of the oil in the environment. Not only this, but also it removes surface oil and protects birds, marine mammals and the sensitive coasts from the hazardous effects of oil spill. In Conclusion With the advent of globalisation there are numerous risks and environmental hazards associated which can't be mitigated but surely can be minimized with such ingenious research and product innovations.

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Top 10 EHS Trends in India 2021 What's transforming EHS Industry? I have compiled a list of emerging trends and technologies to watch based on industry news, market research, and our own experience as a CEO of HSE INTEGRO serving safety industry for more than 20 years.

Mr. Anant Singh CEO - HSE INTEGRO

Let's take a closer look at the 10 EHS trends that will impact organizations and shape the role of environmental and safety professionals in 2021-2022.

 EHS software spending will increase Over the last decade, investment in EHS software has risen steadily and 2021 will be no different. The global market for environment, health and safety (EHS) software is expected to grow from $1.2bn in 2019 to $2bn in 2024, according to a new report from market research. Organizations of all sizes and industries are prioritizing technology in their budgets, but very high risk industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, automobile, cement and mining will account for the largest portion of software spending.  A must - EHS Mobile apps Desktop internet usage is falling and mobile internet usage is rising, according to a 2019 Internet Trends Report. As the mobile workforce grows, the challenge for companies is to rethink their existing technologies and offer mobile solutions to meet employees where they are - whether that's in the office, at a construction site, or on the factory floor. STOP observations & Hazard applications are a must have to minimise the clerical work and to assess the high risk trends on hazards on the finger tips. Connected worker solutions will transform safety practices Along the same lines, smart technologies that connect workers to their environment will be top-of-mind in 2021. Today, 46% of industrial companies have deployed intelligent wearable technologies such as smart glasses, wristbands, and sensor-equipped personal protective equipment, and another 21% plan to within one year. Mask manufacturing industry saw a big growth during the COVID pandemic and will continue for next 3 years. PPE industry has seen many innovations and will continue with a growth rate of 19-20 CAGR. 18

 Organizations of all sizes will invest in cloud-based EHS software Companies of all sizes are increasing their investment in cloud, according to Flexera's 2019 State of the Cloud Survey. Cloud-based EHS software offers many benefits that aren't possible with traditional on-premise solutions, including lower costs, faster implementations, and fewer burdens on IT.  New safety concerns will dominate the conversation In addition to well-known hazards like slips, trips, and falls, safety leaders will have to prepare for a number of emerging risks to employee health and safety. Nearly 8 million Indian workers report having been victims of workplace violence each year - and those numbers are growing.  Deregulation will continue New rules are being implemented by the government and a proactive approach towards the new norms are highlighted. Old rules are being looked at as a revision point of view. A number of worker safety rules have been delayed or dismantled, Rule to Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses. While these changes mean fewer regulations, many experts point out that fewer regulations doesn't necessarily equal less regulatory complexity.  More companies will set science-based emissions targets Today, many Indian companies are taking sciencebased climate action and many companies have approved science-based targets. Expect to see more companies adopting science-based emission reduction targets in line with the Paris Agreement goal to limit global temperature increase to 1.5 °C February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

above pre-industrial levels. We'll also see more companies announcing net zero emissions targets in the coming year.

adopting ISO 45001 as a way to manage risks, lower costs, and improve safety. Whether or not your organization pursues compliance, ISO 45001 may impact your business in the coming year.

 Employers will adapt to an aging workforce For the first time since 1948, retirement-age employees outnumber teenagers in the Indian workforce. Companies will have to get creative if they want to hold on to older employees and recruit new talent. Leading organizations will prepare for the future by developing better retention programs, offering flexible or phased retirement, reskilling, changing workplace ergonomics for older workers, and implementing electronic systems to preserve institutional knowledge.

 EHS professionals will have more responsibilities One thing is clear: EHS leaders will have to juggle more responsibilities than ever before. New risks and initiatives will multiply an already overwhelming workload. At the same time, smaller staffs and fewer resources have become the new normal. As a result, many teams are turning to EHS software to relieve administrative burden, improve productivity, and free up employees to focus on high-value tasks.

 More organizations will pursue ISO 45001 The ISO 45001 standard was published nearly two years ago. Time is running out for organizations that were previously certified to OHSAS 18001 to migrate to the new standard. While these organizations work toward compliance with the new standard, we can expect to see more companies

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Top 10 Security Industry Trends in 2021 In spite of a highly unusual 2020, the security industry's constant transformation has not stopped. Several significant shifts in the use of technology are even accelerating - for example the increasing applications of multi-perception technologies, the convergence of security systems, the popularity of artificial intelligence, and the rise of cloud solutions. These changes are expanding and reshaping the scope of the security industry, from keeping people and assets safe to creating more secure, efficient and intelligent environments. Looking ahead at 2021, we have high hopes, and Hikvision would like to share some encouraging ideas and thoughts here regarding key trends that may affect the security industry in both the short and long-term.

 Intelligent video technology helping during the pandemic In the face of the pandemic, businesses are prioritizing finding ways to resume operations safely. Intelligent video technology has shown great potential to help companies keep their employees and customers safe while getting back to work. Powered by AI, security cameras monitor densely populated locations to ensure employees follow vital safety precautions - including social distancing, mask wearing and flow control - and provide initial temperature screenings. Employees are avoiding unnecessary physical contact with shared hardware in this tense era, accelerating the touchless access control system 20

trend we have seen in the market. Numerous modes of touchless verification - face recognition, palmprint recognition, NFC and QR codes - are being heavily promoted.

 Multi-dimensional perception For a long time, capturing visual images was the core and only perception capability for video security systems. But with the development and application of sensing technologies, more powerful edge computing and intelligent algorithms, integrated security devices and systems that employ multiple sensors are becoming possible. Now, more perception capabilities, such as radar detection, multispectral imagery, humidity and temperature measurement, and gas pressure detection, are being integrated with video cameras and systems. This integration extends perception capabilities of these video cameras and systems, and widens their applications by enabling the collection and use of multi-dimensional information. For example, a promising approach right now integrates cameras with centimeter- and millimeterwave radar technology, which can extend perception beyond the visual range to object detection and movement tracking up to and over 100 meters in the distance. Multispectral imagery is another good approach for cameras to perceive information from the non-visible light spectrum. For instance, innovative ultraviolet (UV) detection boosts the perception capabilities of cameras as far as even capturing invisible electric arc phenomena; this technology finds a key application in safety-checks at aging power grids. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

Multi-dimensional perception capabilities will play a fundamental role in taking the video security industry to the next level, and we constantly see growing numbers of integrated security devices and systems with multiple sensors.

 Visibility - Any time, any condition Users have come to expect uninterrupted performance from their video cameras, regardless of season, the weather, and certainly the time of day. It's vital to have cameras that can respond effectively to capture clear images, no matter what time of day or night or how bad the weather is. Nowadays, low light imaging technology that provides colorful images in dark environments and at night is becoming popular in the security industry, and customers have shown a preference toward cameras with color imaging 24/7. More front-end cameras are now equipped with low light imaging technology to make sure they can "see" and reproduce image color both day and night. And in other extreme conditions such as heavy rain, snow, fog or smog, how do cameras ensure visibility? Industry professionals are tending to choose thermal imaging that measures heat - or thermal radiation - to generate images from their field of view. With thermal imaging, the rendered image is far less affected by even the most lightobscuring of these conditions.

 5G technology for UHD and wireless video security 5G technology may bring great changes to the security industry. 5G's greater bandwidth and lower latency makes the regular transmission of high quality images possible, and, with the widespread adoption of ultra-high-definition (UHD) cameras, could bring new opportunities for video security. Furthermore, reliable wireless transmission over 5G technology will revolutionize the currently-wired video security market. In the forthcoming 5G networks, wireless cameras will proliferate, and more edge devices will be connected in remote locations. This will also facilitate wide and fast deployment of AI applications in edge devices. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

 Convergence of multiple security systems We operate in an industry where users expect comprehensive solutions. The concept of systems working seamlessly together has long been desired by the vast majority of security professionals. The benefits of converging multiple security systems including video, access control, alarm, fire prevent and emergency management - into a unified platform are manifold, with efficiency and costeffectiveness the most obvious. For example, when an alarm goes off, an integrated system automatically links that alert to the output of the nearest camera, so the whole situation can be easily witnessed from the monitoring center. This translates to a considerable reduction in time and effort, and most importantly, costs. Savings in workforce, installer time, separate maintenance costs, separate software licenses, etc., all add up to create an attractive package for customers. What's more, convergence makes security solutions scale. Existing infrastructure will meet and manage future needs on the same central platform.

 Digital transformation of enterprises enabled by video security systems Aside from security and protection, the added value video security systems offer has expanded to assist enterprise-level businesses in their digital transformation process and gain insights into development opportunities. Empowered by AI analytics, today's smart video security solutions are designed to improve automation and operational efficiency in various vertical markets, including traffic, retail, manufacturing, building, education, and more. Retailers, for instance, better understand foot traffic in their stores and optimize their merchandising strategies with help of smart video solutions. These solutions have been designed with digital dashboards to display data and information that come from the integrated in-house enterprise information systems. Operators can use these systems to get real-time status updates to help them make the best decisions for their business. 21

The digital transformation trend in many enterprises presents huge opportunities for security companies to expand their scope and play an important part in the future of an intelligent world.

 Accelerated cloud-based security solutions The "moving-to-the-cloud" trend for businesses of all sizes accelerated across the security industry in 2020. From small business markets to enterprise level, more and more businesses today are leveraging cost-effective cloud services to extend the flexibility of their operations, deployment and management. Cloud-based security systems - which bring together security, networking, storage, analytics and management - are making deployment much easier since there is no need for local servers and software. This saves a significant amount of time and costs, while extending or reducing their security systems. Through a cloud-hosting infrastructure, these solutions also benefit customers with remote operations and maintenance, quickly alerting them to key security events and allowing them to keep up with the latest firmware versions, upgrades, and service.

 Increased edge computing to put AI everywhere Increasingly powerful edge computing has become available for security cameras now, and we continually see more intelligent algorithms finding wider applications. This makes us believe edge computing stands a good chance of "putting AI everywhere." Automatic number plate recognition (ANPR), automated event alert, people counting, heat mapping, illegal parking detection, and hard hat detection, as well as a number of other AI applications, are becoming popular in the security market. With increased edge computing and optimized AI algorithms, it will become normal to see security cameras shoulder more intelligent tasks in the near future to help improve security in local communities and efficiency of data systems. 22

 Open AI application ecosystems With AI applications finding use in many new fields, market requirements for AI algorithms are becoming more diversified and the demand for customization is also increasing. We have seen more collaboration across the industry and new ecosystems to satisfy various needs of the market. Several security manufactures have launched programs to keep their edge devices open to thirdparty AI applications. This brings a greater variety of intelligent functionality, while development partners also benefit from the openness. Providing open AI training platforms for customers to directly create and train their own algorithms is a fairly common practice in other industries and is now emerging in the physical security field. Customers have a deeper understanding about their own businesses, and it will be more efficient and effective for them with easy-to-use open-AI training platforms to develop their own algorithms based on their data and specific security and business needs.

 Emphasis on cybersecurity and data privacy Cybersecurity and data privacy protection has been a challenge for the security industry since the moment the first security device was connected to the internet. Driven by the uptick in cloud-based solutions and a number of innovative technologies, such as IoT, big data, 5G, and AI, millions of security devices and systems now are joining this connected network. Protecting security devices and systems from cyberattacks and establishing data privacy are more important issues than ever. Cybersecurity will continue to be a concern for the industry throughout every step of data processing, from generation, transmission, and storage, to data applications and finally deletion. "Zero Trust" has been a popular concept in the cybersecurity field, and this can be an inspiring idea for security companies to build higher-level cybersecurity standards with the stance of "never trust, always verify." Time will tell. For more information visit: www.hikvisionindia.com February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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SeeClear: Focus on Excellence with 5 Hikvision Core Technologies

Achieving excellence requires an eye for detail, a vision for success and the focus to see it through. It's a rare combination that Hikvision has created it with Hikvision #SeeClear: a set of core technologies that ensure our cameras record the finest details, while always capturing the bigger picture. Hikvision is dedicated to achieving excellence, which is one of our core values, and that's why we've created #SeeClear: a set of technologies designed to give you a precise, uninterrupted view of every situation. Equipped with this comprehensive outlook, you are empowered to make rapid decisions for an optimal outcome every time. Here are 5 examples of how Hikvision core technologies can help you achieve excellence:  Hikvision Super Resolution: always get a precise and clear view To optimize your business operations, you need to see and understand everything. Hikvision Super Resolution allows you to capture both the wider view and the smaller details - all in super-high resolution - so you can maximize your visibility, and focus on achieving your goals.  Hikvision Smart Rapid Focus: zoom in on what's most important Success depends on your ability to focus. With Hikvision's Smart Rapid Focus, you can zoom in from a bird's eye view to a close-up image without losing clarity, even for a split second. In this way, you can monitor large areas with just a few 24

cameras, capture critical events in vivid definition, and react quickly to every situation your business faces.  Hikvision Image Stabilization: smooth video in unstable locations In locations where movement and vibrations are a constant feature, recording clear video footage is a major challenge. With Hikvision's Image Stabilization technology, you get smooth, balanced imaging across your camera estate, making shakiness and poor video quality a thing of the past.  Hikvision Defog: crystal clear video in adverse conditions Weather can make conditions in outdoor environments extremely changeable and unpredictable - and that can make it tough for video cameras to perform well. In particular, heavy rain, snow, and fog can limit visibility, rendering traditional cameras ineffective. Hikvision's innovative, defog technology can enhance the color and detail of the field of view, so you never have to battle against poor visibility.  Hikvision DarkFighter: clear video in ultralow light Dark or low illumination conditions can be challenging to your business, whether you are protecting your premises, or actually working in low light. Hikvision's Darkfighter technology provides high quality video imaging in very low light conditions, ensuring you can monitor and continually optimize your activities 24x7. For more information visit: www.hikvisionindia.com February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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SOLUTION UPDATE

Prama Hikvision Offers Back-to-Business Solutions for Malls and Retail Outlets to Ensure Continuity and Safety

Submitted by Prama Hikvision India Malls and Organised Retail stores across India are looking for breakthrough solutions to resolve the health and safety concerns related to pandemic after they were allowed to reopen after stringent safety guidelines. To help the malls and entire retail sector to safely reopen, Prama Hikvision has developed an impressive line-up of solutions for the retail sector. These innovative solutions include the Temperature Screening Solution, a Crowd-Flow Management Solution and Social Distancing Solution. These Back-tobusiness solutions are helping the malls and retail outlets to ensure compliance of public safety guidelines. Malls serve a variety of purposes in local neighborhoods. Because of that, they accommodate heavy traffic of both customers and employees every day. Today, mall staff has the added challenge of helping crowds maintain safe social distancing to minimize undue risks. That's why Hikvision created 28

a tailored solution for malls that can be applied effectively for flow control and precise contact distance detection, contributing to a safer environment and better shopping experience for customers.

The key stakeholders of retail sector can implement following solutions to ensure public safety and compliance of guidelines. Easy and Dynamic Flow Control: Easy and intuitive customer flow management with marketproven people counting technology February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

Multi-Site Temperature Screening: A variety of products and measures for safe and efficient temperature screening in all areas Fully Touch-Free Access: Embedded facial recognition for hands-free access authentication in key areas

MinMoe terminals can be applied for temperature screening and mask detection. This popular face recognition terminal can be used for employment attendance, contributing to convenient and efficient employee management.

Recommended Products: Highly Centralized Management: Instant • Temperature screening and mask detection with visualization of emergency events and overall statistics MinMoe terminals: for situational awareness Temperature Screening: Preliminary temperature screening and mask detection should be completed at the very beginning. Hikvision's special camera models with AI enabled Algorithm make it possible to measure preliminarily skin-surface temperature of people and visitors not conforming to the minimum requirement can be stopped and prevented from entering to ensure public safety. Mask Detection: Checking automatically whether customer or employee wearing mask or not save lots of time of Security Guard and reduce error. Hikvision's Temperature screening devices also help to retailers to alert when any visitor or employee violating requirement to wear mask which gives confidence to visitors for their safety and they are encouraged to visit the malls. Recommended Products: Highly efficient temperature screening & mask detection with thermographic cameras. Flow Control: Under some conditions, the number of customers entering should be maintained effectively. With Hikvison's Fusion Intelligence People Counting Camera or DeepinView Cameras, the number of customers entering in malls can be maintained in real-time.

Social Distancing & Area Popularity Analytics For counters where there might be long queues, social distancing compliance is vital. Dual-lens cameras can measure the distance between people accurately and generate auto-alarms when they get too close together. Queue management cameras trigger notifications to front desk managers when a long queue builds up and too many people gather together, facilitating measures to keep less people in the waiting zone and elevate customer experience. Recommended Products: • Interpersonal distance control with dual-lens cameras: • Queue management with 7-series IP cameras Powerful Data Visualization and Centralized Management: Mall managers and security staff can view statistics and records of all connected areas in real time, including statistics of temperature and mask status, employee attendance reports, and multi-site flow control status. Centralized management facilitates the pooling and coordination of resources and reduces repeated efforts for steady and efficient mall operations. Recommended Products: HikCentral - Temperature Screening

Recommended Products? • Fusion Intelligence People Counting Camera • DeepinView Camera Information Display • Figures from Hikvision cameras can be displayed on digital signage, which supports instant visualization of people numbers, temperature and face mask status, while serving as media player for a variety of advertisement. • Recommended Products: • Instant visualization of temperature and mask detection on digital signage or monitors • Digital Signage Temperature Screening & Employee Attendance: For the entrances of individual shops, Hikvision's February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

Safe Reopening for retail sector requires cooperation from all the stakeholders, employing the recommended best practices and maintaining safe daily habits in order to reduce the risk. Cutting-edge video technologies can help various organizations better observe the instructions and guidance. Prama Hikvision, has dedicated product packages for retail vertical specific applications and solutions, including malls, retail stores and other retail outlets. It has multiple application cases across India to bolster the cause of safe reopening for the retail sector. 29

SOLUTION UPDATE

Back-to-Business Video Technology: Creating a Health and Safety Policy Organizations worldwide are witnessing the power of cutting-edge video to drive a return to business as (almost) usual. But while the technology itself is vital, it's only one part of the process. In this article, we explore the Health, Safety and Welfare Policy that businesses should operate alongside their technology investment. Today's intelligent AI-powered cameras provide vital screening services to organizations striving to get people back to business. These cameras can measure someone's skin temperature and check if they're wearing a mask or not; they can carefully monitor crowd density, flagging when there are too many people in a certain location; and they can accurately measure the distance between people, helping to uphold local social distancing regulations. But for this technology to deliver its full potential, businesses should also consider key HR and legal matters that may affect all those coming into view of the cameras. These considerations can be woven into a custom Health, Safety and Welfare policy, which is understood and adhered to by all. • Make sure your staff are on hand and informed First of all, you need to ensure there are staff available to support the screening process at your 30

premises, and that they know exactly what they're expected to do. Consider temperature screening, for instance. Who is going to be present to monitor temperature readings? And if someone does have a high temperature, what happens next? Moreover, what will you do if someone objects to having their temperature screened? Such things need careful consideration. Equally, when it comes to mask detection, will you have members of staff on hand to guide people towards your mask detection cameras? And if the camera finds no mask, will you provide one? For flow control, it's vital to consider how many people you can safely accommodate on your premises at any one time. You also need to have a policy for what happens if people still proceed to enter a location that has reached full safe capacity. And if the system sounds an alert to one or more individuals, asking them to maintain social distancing, one key question is: how will you go on to enforce this? • Consider employee consent and privacy It's also vital that staff fully understand that they are being screened, and that they agree to it before February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

you do it. You should clearly inform employees of the video technology, the nature and extent of the monitoring, and its purpose, clarifying what has changed from your normal policies. It's recommended to get official written employee consent for being screened. If you decide to use facial recognition for employee access control, this technology will reveal 'personal data', which is defined as 'processing personal data', and privacy regulations apply (such as GDPR in the EU). Consent for processing facial images is essential, so you must obtain it from each employee, who should be clearly advised that this data will be used only for future access control/time attendance. Employees should also be given the option to withdraw their consent in the future if they change their mind. The data of a human subject's body temperature generated during automated temperature measurement is not defined as a 'personal data' under certain data protection laws. However, it cannot be ruled out that data protection law does apply in the case that it's possible (even

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subsequently) to identify the people passing the cameras. • Tailor your policy to your business Of course, every business is different. So when devising your own health and safety procedures, it's vital you tailor each element to your business, your environment and your policies. What's more, it's important to check changing guidance and requirements for your geography regularly. You may want to consider getting legal advice, so that you get this part of the process absolutely right. At Hikvision, we have endeavored to optimize our products and help our customers reduce the compliance risks regarding data protection law. What's more, we recognize that technology is only one part of the back-to-business story. That's why we've produced a Back-to-Business eBook that overviews our camera portfolio, explains how to install them for the best results, and outlines the health and safety considerations for using them. For more information visit: www.hikvisionindia.com

Prama Hikvision Introduces X-Ray Baggage Scanners Submitted by Prama Hikvision India Prama Hikvision, the India's leading video security solution provider has introduced the X-ray baggage scanner Hikvision NP-SC5030 X-ray baggage scanner, with the strong penetrating ability, X-ray maximum penetration is up to 43mm steel plate. It can check and detect baggage in a quick and precise way. It supports providing security checks for variety of baggage, like briefcases, parcels, express mail, hand luggage, and so on. It has three vital components, including baggage scanner, VGA distributor and display integrated terminal. The biggest USP of this X-ray baggage scanner is that it is faster and it also saves the power. Hikvision X-ray baggage scanner highlights includes following: Clear Image - High resolution scanner provides clear images. Good Vision Performance - Strong penetrating ability, X-ray maximum penetration is up to 43mm steel plate. Items Recognition - Multi-colour imaging for different objects. Environmental Protection - Less radiation than the standard X-ray. The radiation at 5 cm distance outside of the device is 0.1 μGy/h = 0.1 μSv/h. Hikvision NP-SC5030 X-ray baggage scanner has following key features: • High performance with HD image, strong penetration, precise recognition • Adopts embedded windows operating system with multi-core ARM • Energy saving and environment protection with low power consumption • Supports real-time monitoring 32

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Supports multiple image processing mode Supports POST (power on self-test) 64X zoom in One-touch power off Energy-saving working mode for conveyor Shock-proof design

Hikvision NP-SC5030 X-ray baggage scanner product solutions and application scenarios. These include Airport, Transportation, Government, Express, Factory, Library, Museum, Mall and Exhibition Hall.The X-ray baggage scanner is available in six different modules and different sizes. It can detect organic (Water, Oil, Plastic, Wood, Paper, Food), mixture (Sand, soil, glass, rubber, compounds and other substances) and Inorganic matter (Iron, steel, wire and brass compounds and Lead Block). Available Models - NP-SC5030, NP-SC6550, NP-SC8065-S, NP-SC5030M-S, NP-SC6550M-S, NP-SC10080M-S. For more information visit: www.hikvisionindia.com February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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3. MINIAC LINUX BASED ACCESS CONTROL & TIME ATTENDANCE TERMINAL WITH MASK DETECTION Features: • Visible Light Facial Recogni on • An spooﬁng algorithm against print a ack (laser, color, and B/W photos), videos a ack and 3D mask a ack • Mul ple veriﬁca on methods: Face / Palm / Card / Password • Available card modules: 125kHz ID card (EM) / RFID S50/S70 IC card (13.56MHz) 1k/4k • Supplement light with adjustable brightness • 1,000 face templates capacity, 1,000 palm templates capacity

4. TDM95 USB BASED TEMPERATURE DETECTION MODULE Features: • USB Communica on • Temperature Measurement Distance: 3cm to 5cm • Temperature Measurement Range: 32.0°C to 42.9°C or 89.6°F to 109.22°F Devia on: ±0.3°C or ±0.54°F

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COVID-19 Triggers Emphasis on Remote Work, Highlights IT Budget Inefficiencies As expected, the biggest area of concern among decision-makers had to do with supporting the unprecedented and unanticipated shift to remote work, across all global regions and industry sectors. When asked to identify critical drivers of COVID-19 investment, respondents cited remote workforce productivity (51%), remote workforce cybersecurity (50%) and remote workforce collaboration (48%). The next highest priorities were budget reductions and cost containment, accelerated software development through containers and Kubernetes, and mobile device proliferation.

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on IT budgets and priorities. While most organizations remain laser-focused on digital transformation and IT modernization, they are also adapting to changes in remote work, digital supply chain management, business resiliency and other challenges that have been brought to the forefront by the global pandemic.

One possible surprise in the statistics: Despite the changes caused by COVID-19, cloud computing and digital transformation, most companies are still spending more of their IT budgets on projects related to maintenance as opposed to initiatives focused on innovation. When asked to reflect on how the mix between maintenance and innovation projects in IT budgets has shifted, respondents indicated very little change, with more than half saying they spend 60% or more of their IT budgets on maintenance-a watermark that has not changed significantly in the past two years.

One of the changes triggered by COVID-19 has been an acceleration to the cloud focused on increasing the scale and scope of remote work, specifically adding capabilities for remote workforce productivity, security and collaboration, according to a study fielded in August 2020 by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE).

Clearly, many organizations are viewing IT investment to help navigate uncertain and changing market conditions caused by COVID-19. However, addressing the balance between maintaining an IT estate and innovating across it has never been more important, especially given rapidly changing market conditions and the need to support a remote workforce during the global pandemic.

The study was focused on uncovering evolving attitudes toward the cloud, including several questions specific to COVID-19 and IT spending patterns. It captured responses from nearly 5,000 IT decision-makers, line-of-business managers, developers and data scientists across North America, Europe, India, Japan and Asia-Pacific regions.

The HPE research found that IT organizations need only look inward, at improving IT efficiencies, to begin to tip the budgetary scales in favor of ongoing innovation projects. Respondents reported that, on any given day, slightly more than a third of their provisioned infrastructure capacity is going unused across both their public cloud and on-prem

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estates. This translates, on average, to 15% in suboptimized annual IT spend due to potentially misaligned infrastructure. When taken together, the imbalance between maintaining and innovating across IT infrastructure and the suboptimization of capacity utilization across hybrid and multicloud estates speaks to the urgency of embracing technology solutions that are more automated, intelligent and simpler to manage. • Digital Game Changers for some companies, the IT changes spurred by COVID-19 are supporting long-term transformation of business processes and business models. For example: • Migros Ticaret one of Turkey's largest supermarket chains, was running 300 virtual desktops when the pandemic began but had to quickly give more employees flexibility to work from home. Using hyperconverged infrastructure and virtual desktops, Migros was able to securely spin up 700 new remote users in 12 minutes. • The Vancouver Clinic had to transform almost overnight, establishing a telemedicine program from scratch in less than a week. It accomplished the shift on time, enabling the clinic to turn approximately 40% of physical visits into video visits to meet patients' regular needs as well as pandemic-related concerns. • Frigorizados la Huerta S.A. de C.V. is a Mexican agro-industrial enterprise with six brands sold in nearly a dozen countries. During COVID, the company had to respond to an increase in customer demand while also shifting 50% of its staff to work from home. With an always-on platform, the

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company met these complex challenges without disrupting operations. • Torrance Memorial Medical Center is a 533-bed nonprofit medical center in California that prepared for the current pandemic by establishing an emergency services overflow facility, while also transitioning many administrative employees to work remotely for safety and business continuity.  Taking the Next Step The use cases cited in this article are just four examples of organizations using IT creatively and innovatively to achieve business transformation. In these four cases, the changes were caused by a major global event, namely the COVID-19 pandemic. However, while COVID-19 has certainly been a game changer, there were many pre-existing reasons why digital transformation has been the main driver of IT investments and innovation for several years. In today's environment, no organization can afford to be disrupted by new digitally based business models, and all organizations must find a way to meet the changing requirements of customers, employees and partners. The articles in this information hub, as well as the hyperlinks to additional resources, provide an overview on how innovative companies are using IT as an enabler of business transformation, including more specific details on the use cases described here. In addition, the hub provides an overview of key technologies required for current and future success.

Reduce Unwanted Alarms by Arindam Bhadra

“Fire Alarm! – Fire Alarm? – meh, probably just another false alarm....”

This is the unfortunate common perception of automatic fire alarm systems - very few people have personal experience of a major fire but almost everybody has experienced a false alarm at some time in their lives. As well as being a considerable drain on fire authority resources, this causes business disruptions (leading to a loss of productivity) and reduces the confidence of the general public in fire alarms. A false alarm is a fire alarm signal from a fire detection or fire alarm system which is not caused by a fire. Examples include: • A fire-like phenomenon (e.g. a smoke machine triggering a smoke detector) • Accidental damage to the system • Environment effect • Inappropriate human action (e.g. malicious manual call point activation) • Equipment malfunction 38

It is important that the detector's location and performance are correctly matched to ensure optimum fire detection ability with minimal risk of unwanted alarms. Selecting Detector Types to Limit Unwanted / False Alarms - There are many different types of detector, which operate on different sensing principles and offer specific performance related to the detection of fires as well as their immunity to certain sources of unwanted alarm. Therefore, it is important to select the correct detector for the application. Variable Detector Performance - Detector performance can be adjusted, usually at the control panel, so as to reduce the risk of unwanted alarms for given periods. For example: • A smoke/heat detector may be switched to a heat only mode • Alarm verification delays may be enabled • Smoke detector sensitivity may be reduced February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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Smoke

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Fire Performance

Unwanted Alarm Performance

Respond slowly to developing fires

Insensitive to smoke or smoke-like products

Should only be used if no other technology is deemed suitable for the risk

Won’t produce unwanted alarms when installed in a temperature stable environment

Respond quickly to developing fires

Sensitive to smoke-like particles that may not be areal fire

Well suited to most fire detection applications Performance of ionization or optical types of detector differ, which needs to be matched to the risk

Unwanted alarms possible from steam, aerosol spray, smoking, burning toast, cooking fumes and dusty electric fires, ingress of dust and insects, etc.

Provide fast detection of smouldering fire risk

Sensitive to ambient sources of CO

Have limitations in the detection of flaming fires

Unwanted alarms possible from vehicle exhaust fumes and gas from open fires and faulty appliances

Respond to the radiation from flames

Sensitive to natural sources of radiation

Used in the detection of flammable liquid and gas risks

Unwanted alarms possible from heating and cooking appliances, welding, modulated sunlight and heat radiated by hot bodies

Other types of detectors such as beam, aspirated smoke or video fire are available Some smoke detectors use techniques that may minimise the risk of unwanted alarms. Reference should be made to the manufacturer when using such detectors

Multi-Sensor Fire Detectors - Based on the combination of two or more sensor technologies aimed at minimising the possibility of unwanted alarms while maintaining reliable fire detection. Multisensor detectors usually have several modes of operation so it is important that manufacturers' application design guides are used to determine the correct mode.

or dirty. However, the detector's performance in measuring and responding to smoke remains unaffected. The result is a reduced chance of nuisance alarms, without sacrificing detector performance. This features not available in Conventional detector. Very few addressable detector has this.

Drift Compensation - Automatically adjusts the sensitivity of the smoke detector, as it becomes dusty

Pre-Alarm - To provide an indication that the probability of an alarm is increased Many detectors

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can provide a pre-alarm signal to indicate that an alarm condition is approaching. Other systems (such as aspirating smoke detectors) can provide early warning signals that indicate abnormal conditions have been detected, which may lead to an alarm but are not yet threatening. Such signals can be transmitted to trained personnel to maximise the time they have to investigate and in many cases to mitigate the cause of an unwanted alarm before it escalate to a disruptive alarm state. During periods of reduced activity (e.g. when people are sleeping) the detection system reverts to its normal operating mode where system delays are disabled and a higher detector sensitivity is used. Manual Call Points - Seldom a source of unwanted alarms. However, in certain applications, the possibility of malicious operation needs to be taken into account and locally managed. Where there is a risk that manual call points may be inadvertently operated, consideration needs to be given to protecting them with a cover with adequate signage (WE CHECKED VIDEO FOOTAGE EVERYDAY) and CCTV where required. Re-site call points to a less vulnerable location. This will need to be carried out in conjunction with your fire risk assessment and competent authorised Fire Alarm Engineer. Siting of Detectors - Very important in regards to unwanted alarms. In any given situation, likely sources of unwanted alarms need to be assessed (ref. the table) before deciding on which type of detector to install and where to position it. For example, smoke detectors should not be cited near a source of steam such as kettles or shower cubicles. Likewise, heat detectors should not be placed in areas of excessive hot or cold drafts. Typically a detector may be sited up to five metres away from a potential alarm source and still meet the British Standard and NFPA 72. Environment Effect - Come from Electrical storms, High humidity, Substantial fluctuation in temperature, Pressure surges on water mains serving automatic sprinkler systems, External smoke or fumes, High air velocities etc. 40

Contractors Working on Site - Ensure that all contractors are fully briefed on your fire safety arrangements, location of fire detection systems, and the emergency plan applicable to their working location. Ensure that proper procedures are in place to control the nature of any work e.g. hot work permits, and to ensure that you and your contractors clearly identify the areas in which the work can take place. Detectors in the area could be temporarily covered, or the zone isolated from the fire alarm system during the work period and control measures introduced. Equipment Faults - If there are equipment faults, these will need to be discussed with the fire alarm system authorised maintainer and appropriate action taken to remedy them. Effective, regular maintenance, which includes the internal and external cleaning of smoke detectors, will minimise such faults occurring in the first instance. Do not repair with anyone except OEM. If repaired then any time component will malfunction. Conventional system giving more false alarm then addressable system. Maintenance - Plays an important role in ensuring that fire alarm detection devices remain in good functional order and perform as they were originally intended when first installed. Only certified professional can provide best services support. When there are any changes of environment/risk or changes of use the detection type and siting must be reviewed to minimise risk of unwanted alarms. The maintenance recommendations in NFPA 72 & BS 5839-1, and any specific instructions given by the manufacturer for each type of detector and field devices should be followed. In India SSA Integrate is dedicated Service oriented agency and certified from most of OEM with lots of appreciation. Education - Of premises staff, occupants and related visitors. It is essential that all persons are made aware of what actions to take if an alarm actuates and that they have been given adequate guidance on reducing false alarms. Warning - Reduction in detector sensitivity always delays the response to a REAL FIRE Do not put yourself at risk and only attempt to use extinguishers if trained and it is safe to do so. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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Fire Safety: Looking Backward to Move Forward Though the process and products for fire safety have improved over the decades, the attention over fire safety regulatory measures continues. Since the 1800s, active fire protection, such as automatic sprinkler systems and passive resistance building construction, which compartmentalizes fires, have been part of fire safety standards. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) was established in 1896 to develop guidelines for implementing fire protection systems and create standards and codes to enforce their use.

Standards Provide Guidelines for Enforceable Codes From the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in 1911 to the Cocoanut Grove nightclub fire in 1942 and the high-rise fire at MGM Grand in 1980, fire has always been a topic of concern for enterprises, organizations and society as a whole. While these tragedies have had unfathomable injury and death tolls, these and other fire tragedies have also brought a greater awareness of fire and life safety and fire protection product development into the world. With every error and misstep from these tragedies comes an opportunity to learn how to do better for building occupants. Safety organizations and manufacturers of fire-resistant building products have gained greater knowledge to create safer spaces. Standards have been developed from best practices and implemented through hardworking volunteer committees to save lives, along with the development of products that slow progression of fire, deadly smoke, and toxic gases giving occupants the critical extra time to get to safety. 42

The NFPA 80 standard harkens back to 1916, when it was known as The Committee on Protection of Openings in Walls and Partitions. The formal name was adopted in 1959 and is recognized as one of the most important fire protection standards ever created. It regulates the installation and maintenance of opening protective in walls, including all fire rated doors. NFPA 80 embraces the compartmentalization design practices within buildings to prevent the spread of fire, referred to as "passive" fire protection. It is a significant lifesaving standard and has always been an integral part of International Building Code (IBC) and other model building codes. The NFPA 80 standard is typically updated every three years. The current iteration of the standard requires inspections when the initial door installation is complete, after any subsequent maintenance is performed, and on an annual basis. The IBC, a part of the International Code Council (ICC), which is the leading source of codes, standards, and building safety solutions February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

worldwide, promotes adherence to NFPA 80 through The International Fire Code (IFC). In the early 1990s, rolling door and closure manufacturers began moving away from doors that required a release of tension to close and were difficult to reset. This simple move launched a new era in rolling fire door performance that continues to this day. In fact, the International Door Association (IDA) found that up to 60% of installed fire doors might not close after being activated because they weren't reset properly. Once leading manufacturers became aware of this statistic, they moved to modernize fire doors to close automatically and self-reset, making the responsibility of owning and maintaining them less arduous. The effect is two-fold: with fewer complicated release systems, the doors operate with a much higher degree of reliability in the event of a fire and they are easier for technicians to test and reset properly, increasing the likelihood of testing frequency.

Proper Protection Systems Compartmentalize Fire Building owners and code officials must make sure their doors operate properly while also replacing malfunctioning doors. Correctly enforced fire codes based on NFPA 80 would have helped prevent the spread of the toxic smoke and fire that consumed Sofa Super Store in Charleston, South Carolina in 2007. The fire killed nine firefighters - the highest number of firefighter fatalities in a single event since 9/11. Authorities determined that in addition to the high fuel loads, a lack of sprinklers throughout the building and other oversights contributed to the tragedy, including four fire-activated roll up fire doors that were activated but did not close during the fire. As a result, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) made 11 recommendations for improving building, occupant and firefighter safety nationwide. The NIST stressed the adoption and strict adherence of national model building and fire safety codes by state and local governments. Properly installed and well-maintained fire rated doors prevent the spread of fire and smoke from February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

45 minutes to four hours, depending on the door's rating. This gives occupants more time to reach safety, decreases property loss and helps prevent dangerous situations for firefighters. Rolling steel doors must be tested to the UL 10B standard to acquire a fire protection listing and be sold as a labeled product. To achieve this rating, the door must withstand one to four hours of heat of up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit followed by a hose stream impact test while staying in place without any visible damage or breaks that could allow the passage of fire. Understanding fire protection ratings and selecting the correct door can become a highly technical undertaking. Fortunately, manufacturers offer in-house expertise and resources to help architects and owners select the correct fire rated door for each area of the building.

Smoke Mitigation Saves More Lives According to the NFPA, most fire deaths are caused by smoke inhalation, not by burns. Smoke incapacitates people so quickly they aren't able to reach an accessible exit. Synthetic materials are common in most buildings and release lethal toxins into the air when burned. One goal of life safety planners is to create an optimum 20-minute window to enable people in a building fire to exit or find a tenable space, such as a stairwell, before smoke inhalation becomes a major issue. The 1980 MGM Grand fire in Las Vegas, Nevada drew attention to the effects of toxic smoke spreading throughout a high-rise building. Of the 85 people who died in the fire, 80 of them were killed by smoke inhalation. While the building's lack of sprinkler systems in critical areas contributed to the fire's spread, most lives could have been saved if systems had also been in place to suppress the spread of smoke and toxic gases. The MGM Grand fire could have been less deadly with proper enforcement of local building codes. It was a wake-up call for manufacturers and builders. It helped them recognize the importance of mitigating the spread of smoke during a fire to save lives. 43

After years of research and development, they have manufactured new products that specifically help isolate and contain smoke, including elevator hoistway smoke doors. These doors have a separate film or curtain that drops in front of the elevator car door when smoke is detected. It prevents smoke from drifting up the elevator shaft and spreading throughout the building. Architects and designers who specify elevator hoistway smoke doors eliminate the need for an elevator lobby to trap smoke, making these curtains an aesthetically pleasing option. Elevator hoist way smoke doors and fire doors used to control the spread of smoke must be tested and listed to UL 1784 test requirements. This listing is the standard for measuring air leakage of door assemblies. It measures the air infiltration at elevated temperatures to ensure the door has the capability to reduce the amount of smoke that passes through it to acceptable levels. In addition to UL 1784, standards supporting elevator hoistway smoke doors are addressed in NFPA 105. This standard was introduced in 1985 to describe the installation and requirements for door assemblies used to protect against the spread of smoke. Just like NFPA 80, NFPA 105 is enforced by the IBC through the IFC.

Look to the Future with Fire Safety Education Bringing new products to market - such as new smoke mitigation systems - can take up to four years, and

top manufacturers participate in organizations like the NFPA and IBC to proactively interpret, revise and develop standards and codes. New, unfamiliar products require a great deal of diligence and persistence to introduce, but manufacturers are committed to saving lives and property through advancements in design. Protecting against the spread of smoke is the next line of defense. Rolling door manufacturers are taking every opportunity to educate building designers, building owners and fire protection professionals about the importance of curtailing smoke mitigation. Manufacturers want to ensure this group collectively understands the importance of proper implementation of fire protection products to enable them to improve overall life safety and property protection. Fire will continue to make indelible marks on history for better and worse: Worse because of the lives affected and lost and damages that occur, but better through helping those concerned with life safety learn more about safer products and practices. Organizations such as the NFPA and DASMA equip fire protection systems manufacturers with regulatory standards to test and certify products, ultimately saving lives. By acknowledging local codes and standards and properly equipping, testing, and repairing fire protection systems, building owners and fire protection professionals can better ensure occupant life safety and help prevent future tragedies.

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Ten newborn babies died after a fire broke out in

Bhandara Fire: Hospital had No Fire Safety Equipment from 2018, Reveals RTI

the Special Newborn Care Unit of a hospital in Maharashtra in the wee hours.

In the latest development in the Bhandara District General Hospital fire that took the life of 10 infants, an RTI has revealed that the hospital had no fire safety equipment from 2018. Meanwhile, chief minister Uddhav Thackeray informed that the experts from the Nagpur Fire Engineering College and Electrical Department officials are present at Bhandara and are investigating the exact cause of the fire. “The new section for children in the hospital was inaugurated in 2015. I will check all the details and check whether the fire audit of the building was completed or not and if it was not done then further action will be taken immediately” added Thackeray. He also directed to update the investigation of the accident on a daily basis.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray ordered an inquiry into the Bhandara District General Hospital fire that took the life of 10 infants. State Health Minister Rajesh Tope also announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the parent of children who died in the fire. As per a statement issued by the Chief Minister's office, Thackeray expressed deep sorrow over the death of infants who died in the fire at the Sick Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) of the hospital. Ten newborn babies died after a fire broke out in the Special Newborn Care Unit of a hospital in Maharashtra in the wee hours. The infants were aged between a month and three months. District civil surgeon Pramod Khandate said the fire broke out at the Bhandara district hospital at around 1.30 am. There were 17 babies in the unit and seven were rescued. Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope, while speaking to reporters stated, “I have been told that the prima facie cause of the fire at the Bhandara hospital was a short circuit. Of the 10 children, 3 died due to fire while 7 died due to smoke.” He also assured that the strict action will be taken against culprits.

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Mapped: The Top Surveillance Cities Worldwide

Since the world's first CCTV camera was installed in Germany in 1942, the number of surveillance cameras around the world has grown immensely. In fact, it only took us 79 years to go from one camera to nearly one billion of these devices. In the above interactive graphic, Surfshark maps out how prevalent CCTV surveillance cameras are in the world's 130 most populous cities.

Big Brother is Watching So how many of us are being watched? China and India are the countries with the highest densities of CCTV surveillance cameras in urban areas. Chennai, India has 657 cameras per square kilometer, making it the number one city in the world in terms of surveillance. Here's a closer look at the world's top 10 cities by CCTV density. Rank City

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25.5 30.0 39.1 67.5 40.3 33.9 119.6 14.2 45.0 56.2

Chennai, India Hyderabad, India Harbin, China London, England Xiamen, China Chengdu, China Taiyuan, China Delhi, India Kunming, China Beijing, China

London is the only non-Asian city to crack the list with 399 CCTV cameras per square kilometer.

Although CCTV cameras have become extremely prevalent in cities around the world, this does not mean these cameras are seeing and recognizing our every move. In most instances, cameras are in a fixed position-and some of the more invasive aspects of CCTV, like accompanying facial recognition technology, are not universal yet.

The Need for CCTV The ubiquity of surveillance cameras can be unnerving to some, as they represent diminishing privacy. However, there are also those that feel the presence of cameras creates added safety. While governments like China's claim that having high amounts of surveillance cameras helps reduce crime, the actual data gets messy. For example, the Chinese city of Taiyuan has roughly 120 cameras per every thousand people and yet the city has a higher crime index than most.

Freedom vs. Security As surveillance networks become more sophisticated and granular, there is increasing concern about breaches to personal freedoms. China is doubling down with surveillance in its cities by pioneering the usage and exportation of facial recognition technology. This technology is integral to China's proposed social points system. With a database of 1.3 billion pictures that can be matched to a face on a CCTV camera in seconds, troublemaking citizens can easily be identified. In India, on the other hand, the amount of cameras can be attributed to mass urbanization, rising crime, and scarcity of urban resources. Overall, there is a rising middle class that wishes to protect itself with the use of CCTV cameras.

Beijing ranks in tenth place. The Chinese capital has the highest number of CCTV cameras in total, at just over 1.1 million installed in the city.

As we close in on one billion CCTV surveillance cameras globally by the end of 2021, we will undoubtedly continue to be monitored well into the future.

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Passive Fire Protection Solutions Market Forecast to Decrease by 9% During 2020 DURING 2020, the passive fire protection solutions market is expected to suffer a major downturn due to COVID-19 and the accompanying adverse effects upon construction activity, the economic outlook and business confidence. For these reasons, the market is forecast to dip by 9% over the course of the year. That's the prediction being made by AMA Research.

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Prior to 2020, the market experienced a period of consistent growth, increasing in value terms by 11% between 2015 and 2019. Much of this can be attributed to a positive performance in various sectors of the non-residential construction industry, such as commercial offices, infrastructure and leisure/entertainment. The market is expected to remain heavily dependent upon trends in construction output, especially for non-residential applications. The present Government's intention to invest in infrastructure projects via its Getting Building Fund should provide some market impetus in the short term. In the residential sector, new regulations are being introduced aimed at rectifying problems identified in 'The Hackitt Report' which followed the Grenfell Tower disaster. The Fire Safety Bill covers fire safety in residential dwellings and has created new areas of responsibility and accountability. More stringent regulations are also expected to affect the wider industry as the pressure continues to grow upon manufacturers and specifiers alike to provide safer and more fire-resistant environments. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

Michelle Turner, market research analyst at AMA Research, commented: “Positive performance in key end user sectors pre-2020 helped bring a spurt of growth to the passive fire protection market. These same end user sectors are now experiencing detrimental effects as a result of COVID-19 and investment has tightened. Supported by the very need of the products found within this market, and driven by further calls for tighter legislation and stricter accountabilities as a result of Dame Judith Hackitt's Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, the passive fire protection market looks set to remain relatively strong as fire safety is paramount, steadying the ship in what are adverse conditions”. Overall, the longer-term scenario for the passive fire protection market remains mixed. According to AMA Research, much of this will depend on how well the UK emerges from the various political and economic challenges posed by COVID-19, as well as what form Brexit will eventually take. Growth is projected to return to the market after the downturn experienced in 2020. Between 2021 and 2025, market value is forecast to rise by more than 11%. 47

Laws about Company Provided Prescription Safety Glasses The Occupational Safety and Health Administration focuses on the enforcement of safety and health legislation by developing standards employers must follow. According to OSHA, thousands of people are blinded each year from work-related eye injuries. To help minimize the risk of workplace injury, OSHA requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Under OSHA laws, employers may be responsible for providing prescription safety glasses to employees.

PPE Obligations Employers are required to identify potential workplace eye hazards and assess the appropriate type of eye protection necessary. Protective Eyewear is necessary when employees are exposed to flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases, vapors and light radiation. Employers must provide training for each employee required to use any PPE. Training is designed to teach the employees how to use, care for and maintain their equipment.

Prescription Requirements If an employee wears prescription eyeglasses while exposed to eye hazards, the employer must ensure the employee is protected without affecting his vision. He can either use eye protection that 48

incorporates the prescription in its design or eyewear that fits over the prescription lenses, provided it does not disturb the glasses.

Safety Glasses Safety Glasses are much sturdier than regular eyeglasses and consist of a safety frame and safety lenses. The glasses may have side shields, depending on the specific job for which they're worn. The safety lenses are typically polycarbonate, which is unlikely to break. Under OSHA standards, safety glasses must be permanently marked with the manufacturer's marking, followed by a "+" sign if the lenses are impact rated. Glasses that do not protect against impact will only include the manufacturer's marking. The marking appears in the upper or outer corner of the lens on prescription safety glasses.

Responsibility to Pay Under most circumstances, OSHA requires employers to pay for PPE. However, employers are not necessarily required to purchase prescription safety glasses since alternate types of protection are available. The employer is only obligated to pay for prescription safety glasses if the employer bars the employee from removing the glasses from the workplace from wearing them home. Eyewear an employer must pay for includes nonprescription eye protection, prescription eyewear inserts and lenses for full face respirators, face shields and goggles. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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Do Companies Have to Provide Protective Clothing if it's Required by OSHA Standards? OSHA standards require all employers to certify, in writing, that an assessment of their workplace has been performed to determine what PPE is needed. The document must be dated, identify the person making the certification and be clearly designated as a certification of hazard assessment.

 Duty to Provide PPE and Training

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration sets standards for addressing potential hazards in the workplace, some of which concern employees' use of personal protective equipment. OSHA requires employers to conduct an assessment of their workplace determine what PPE is required for their employees, such as specialized clothing, headgear or eyewear. The standards generally require employers to pay for mandated PPE, although some exceptions apply.

 PPE Assessment Workplace place hazards that require the use of personal Protective Equipment generally include chemicals, radiation, mechanical irritants or processes that have the potential to cause injury or impairment to employees. The equipment prevents physical contact with the hazardous process or inhalation or absorption of the hazardous material. 50

After conducting a hazard assessment, OSHA standards require employers to provide employees affected by the hazardous condition with the necessary protective wear, which must properly fit each employee. The employer must train each employee regarding what PPE to use and when to use it; how to "don, doff, adjust, and wear" the the gear for proper fit; the limitations of the PPE; and how to properly care for and maintain the PPE. Trained employees must demonstrate the ability to properly use the protective equipment before being permitted to do the work that requires it.

 Paying for PPE In most cases where PPE is required to meet OSHA standards, the federal agency rules state employers must pay for items employees need. For example, employers must pay for such PPE as firefighting equipment, rubber boots with steel toes, non-prescription eye protection, face shields and hard hats. However, OSHA recognizes several exceptions to the employerpayment rule. For example, if an employee is permitted to take non-specialized PPE from the workplace for personal use, such as steel-toed shoes, the employee is responsible for paying for the equipment. Also excepted from the employer-payment rule are everyday clothing and work boots, ordinary sunglasses and sunscreen ointments and lifting belts. If an employee intentionally damages or loses PPE, the employer can charge the replacement cost to the employee.

 Employee-Owned PPE OSHA rules permit employees to purchase and use their own protective wear, and the employer is not required to reimburse the employee in these situations. Nevertheless, the employer still has the duty to ensure that all PPE worn on the job adequately meets the standard required under the employer's certified hazard assessment. If the employee-owned PPE becomes damaged or the employee no longer desires to use his own PPE, the employer must provide the required PPE. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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Need for a Remote Monitoring and Control System information faster than human staff could safely or effectively manage. One example of a remote monitoring and control system is a smart locker. M&C systems are usually comprised of a combination of: • Sensors • Network connections • Central computer systems • Interfaces for human input

As your business grows, the amount of technology, people, and equipment you need to manage grows with it. At a certain point, it is no longer cost-effective to do that management manually. More and more business sectors are turning to remote Monitoring and Control Systems (M&C) as solutions for automating many different business operations. M&C systems were first deployed in the industrial sector as a method for fine-tuning production processes that were too complex or detailed for human workers to effectively complete. Similar monitoring and control practices have since been adopted in other industries and widely within information technology. Remote Monitoring and Control Systems are increasingly important for organizing how people and technology need to function together in modern workplaces. Many businesses are now exploring how M&C systems can improve their management of physical assets, such as mobile electronics, equipment kits, and even physical keys.

 What Exactly is Remote Monitoring & Control? Remote Monitoring and Control systems are designed to automate the control of large and complex processes. They are usually composed of a combination of digital and mechanical parts that together are able to capture, analyze, and act upon a higher volume of 52

Actuators, which are mechanical or electronic devices that take an action based on user or system feedback These systems are important for complying with a number of different industrial standards. They are used across industries for a variety of functions including industrial automation, IT network security, public transit controls, patient monitoring in healthcare, and physical asset management and distribution.

 Reasons You Need a Remote Monitoring and Control System In recent years, M&C experts have thought more and more about how remote automation can improve workflows even further afield, such as inventory management, logistics, and delivery. However, seeing how remote monitoring and control systems might be applied to your own operations can be hard if you don't first see the underlying benefits. Here are mentioned some or the greatest benefits we think businesses can expect to see by deploying M&C systems. 1. Improved Operational Efficiency Electronic systems collect data significantly faster than human workers ever possibly could. Computer analysis is also significantly faster when connected by M&C systems, which can feed their data directly into central databases and reporting February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

tools. The chance of human error is greatly reduced because data collection doesn't depend on what staff see, hear, or correctly record. 2. Detailed Data Collection Not only is information processed more efficiently in M&C systems, but you also get a higher volume of useful information, which allows you to make decisions earlier and more effectively. Sensors are built right into your infrastructure, which means they can collect data right at the source. Data collection can happen continuously and simultaneously in real time. As an example, when using an asset management system, the status of multiple assets within an equipment kit can be verified simultaneously and near-instantaneously by built-in wireless sensors when a user signs out or returns a kit. If a component is missing or damaged, the system can notify relevant supervisors so they can respond immediately. 3. Cost Savings Remote monitoring and control systems significantly reduce the labor necessary to carry out routine business operations. Staff can turn to more productive work until human expertise is needed. Supervisors don't need to spend time generating and analyzing reports. Intelligent management software can do that automatically. Purchasing M&C systems does require an up-front investment, but that investment can be spread out over a wide range of operations and over time. These systems can generate a significant ROI when they're effectively implemented. 4. More Uptime M&C systems can work around the clock. They don't get tired, and they don't need to leave at the end of a shift. They can handle spikes in demand faster and more reliably than a human operator could. 5. Faster Problem Response When an M&C system identifies a problem, February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

it responds instantly. Because the systems are networked, staff don't even need to be on-site to assist with the resolution. They can address an M&C alert remotely, and in many cases, the system can manage the response on its own. For example, a smart asset management system can notify a supervisor that a staff member has made multiple access requests for sensitive equipment they're not authorized to use. Even off-site, the supervisor can tell the system to lock the equipment down, or completely lock the staff member out from an authorized smartphone. 6. Easier Change Management Good change management requires good supporting data. With M&C systems, you will already receive faster, better insights than what manual data gathering enables. This makes it easier to identify areas of your business where you can implement change sooner and easier. For example, maintenance logs might reveal the need for better compliance of regulated assets you use. Or usage trends might reveal an opportunity to adjust how your organization manages equipment purchasing.

 How to Get Started Developing a Remote Monitoring and Control System? Once you understand the value a remote monitoring and control system can bring to your business, the next natural question is usually how do you effectively implement one? Let us go over the essential things you will need to consider. For this example, we'll consider how to implement M&C for asset management.

 Determine What Needs to Be Monitored Before designing actual infrastructure, you need to take a step back and, as an organization, decide which assets and which associated workflows you want to monitor. For example, you might want an automated transaction log that records late asset returns. You might also want a method for 53

employees to report damage to equipment at sign out or return.

 Determine Who Needs Access Next, as an organization determine who will need to use the M&C system and in what capacities. Which staff members will need to sign out assets from it? Which supervisors and managers will need to monitor alerts and reports generated by the system?

technologies have some number of M&C tools built in. Often you can just reorganize how different existing tools, personnel, and business practices work together. Overall organization of your people and systems is often the key to implementing an effective M&C program. Consider whether equipment and asset management can be handled by remote monitoring and control methods using smart locker and key management systems.

 What Are Smart Lockers?  Document How M&C Will Integrate with Other Workflows M&C systems don't exist in a bubble. They are intended to integrate with and streamline your wider business operations. You will need policies and training in place to ensure employees know how to interact with new systems to ensure that happens.

 Will staff receive alerts through SMS or email? When and where will they go on-site when they receive a notification from an M&C system? For example, an asset management system can prompt users to report technical problems when they return electronics. The system can send an email to technicians, trigger an IT ticket creation in an integrated IT service application, and prompt the user to deposit the device in a specially designated maintenance locker to wait for retrieval. Each staff member will need to know what is expected of them in order for that process to work smoothly.

 Determine What New Technology You Need You will likely need to purchase new technology to build your remote management and control system. However, many existing networked 54

These are secure storage and distribution cabinets with a sensor network built in attached to a central computer management system. They can adjust on the fly which assets are available for sign-out, flag assets in need of repair, and alert you to irregularities in sign-out patterns.

 What Are Key Management Systems? These are secure key storage systems with electronic access controls attached that manage who is able to retrieve different keys. They connect to central management IT systems that collect data, generate reports, and send necessary notifications.Managing key access not only protects physical keys, but it better protects the sensitive equipment and facilities to which those keys provide access. Monitoring how, when, and where they're used in your organization also turns physical keys into sources of useful business intelligence.

 Remote Monitoring & Control Systems Make the Rest of Your Business Stronger Remote Management and Control Systems make work happen faster and safer. They automate audit trails, log staff and system actions, and notify staff to take action when human expertise is needed. M&C systems take care of tedious, dangerous work and allow your staff to focus on the tasks best handled by skilled human labor. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

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Tips for Better Fleet Management FLEET MANAGEMENT :

Everything you Need to Know

What are the Most Important Factors for Successful Bus Fleet Management?

What is Fleet Management Informa on System?

How Can Fleet Management Solu ons Help You Achieve Maximum Eﬃciency and Control Costs?

Your business depends on your vehicles and their drivers performing at a high level. But maintaining a high level of performance all day, every day, is easier said than done. Fleet costs per driver continue to increase 5 percent year over year. You might be able to pay for a high-performing fleet right now, but how much longer will that be the case? The good news is that, with just a few changes to your fleet management practices, you can see measurably better productivity, less downtime, and more cost-effective operations. It doesn't matter whether you manage a handful of trucks or a nationwide fleet. We have 10 fleet management tips that will work for everyone.

Top Challenges Faced by Fleet Managers Fleet managers need to tackle many different challenges, and usually, more than one at a time. Some of the greatest challenges include:

 Excessive Administrative Tasks The time spent on the manual administrative tasks that come with fleet management can add up quickly. Fleet 56

managers can sometimes spend all day just trying to keep up with their quoting and invoicing, dispatching workers, and communicating with customers. Before you know it, the sun is going down and you haven't even touched your quarterly planning. You need to find a way to get ahead of all this tedious work.

 Managing Rising Fuel Costs Excessive fuel spending can eat into your budget. Even today's efficient fuel spending might not be good enough in the future. Fuel prices are on a multi-year upward trend. Fleet managers need a way to optimize vehicle usage so that they're not sent on unnecessary or redundant trips. This usually boils down to instituting better oversight of vehicle sign-outs and trip logging. But doing that manually would be yet another administrative task to add to your already full plate.

 Unexpected Repair Costs Fuel costs are not the only expense trending upwards. Vehicle maintenance costs are going up too. This is largely due to price increases on commodity parts. If these increased costs are causing you to leave vehicles to sit idle out of service, you might inadvertently damage customer trust if work is cancelled due to vehicle shortages.

Tips to Solve Your Fleet Management Challenges You're not alone. Those are just some of the day-to-day headaches every fleet manager faces. Fortunately, we have some tried-andtrue fleet management tips you can follow to make your work simpler and easier:

 Set Purchasing Requirements You might be able to find some good deals hopping from one sale to another, but standardizing your vehicle purchases is more cost-effective in the long run. This is easier to do if all purchasing is done by the fleet manager, but many companies allow department heads or different offices to do their own vehicle purchasing. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

If possible, require all purchasing to go through one fleet manager. Whether that is possible or not, be sure to publish a checklist of required features for all vehicle purchases that authorized purchasing agents must follow. Those key features likely need to include: • Available and affordable replacement parts • Easy vehicle replaceability • Fuel efficiency below a certain rate • Load carrying capacity • A low total cost of ownership (TCO) • Industry-specific features relevant for your company Either over- or under-matching a vehicle to your key feature specs can cost your business. Under-matched vehicles may not be able to perform all the work you need them to do and will sit idle in your lot. Overmatcheded vehicles may be able to complete every job, but not cost-effectively.

 Track Everything You need to collect good data about how your vehicles, drivers, and mechanics are performing if you want to optimize fleet utilization or make those good, informed purchases in the future. Although there will be metrics specific to your company that you'll want to keep, there are a few universal metrics every fleet manager should care about: • Fuel Usage: Including fueling dates and locations, fuel type, quantity, and cost. • Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance and unscheduled repairs. Include data on the work required, maintenance dates, the parts required, the parts' costs, and labor costs. • Purchasing and Leasing: The contract and warranty details for each vehicle purchased. • Utilization: Who is signing out vehicles, as well as the time, date, and mileage of their trips. Make sure you record odometer readings. • Driver Licensing: Licensing and certification dates. • Driver Performance: The dates, times, locations, and nature of all accidents. Record which personnel were present and any insurance claim information.

 Use Driver Checklists Tip #2 suggests you collect a large amount of data, so for your sanity, look to delegate or automate that data collection as much as possible. You don't necessarily need to track every vehicle as it comes and goes from your lot. You can instead track key transactions and present required logging checklists to drivers when they sign out and return keys. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

You can require drivers to complete an inspection checklist before keys are released or before they can be deposited for return. This not only improves your tracking, but it encourages better accountability. Drivers are responsible for logging their mileage and any damage vehicles receive.

 Rotate Vehicle Usage Vehicle distribution shouldn't be a free-for-all. Some employees will just pick their favorite vehicle. Others will always pick the newest vehicle. In either case, wear and tear won't be evenly distributed across your fleet. Some trucks might sit idle, running down their warranties, while others rack up the miles and take up your entire repair budget. Develop a system to rotate which vehicles are sent out on jobs or choose a management technology that can automate rotation for you.

 Optimize Your Schedules If vehicle distribution is a free-for-all, your work may not get completed efficiently either. Institute a scheduling system so that staff can reserve essential vehicles for upcoming jobs. You can also use the scheduling system to reserve vehicles for servicing.

 Do More Preventative Maintenance Don't wait until vehicles require major repairs before seeking servicing. Take a proactive approach and spend upfront on preventative maintenance. It is less expensive in the long run to pay for preventative maintenance across an entire fleet than it is to pay for major repairs.

 Optimize Your Fleet Size Buying too many vehicles will strain your budget, but having too few prevents your business from performing at its best. Have just enough capacity in your fleet to accommodate unexpected vehicle downtime or increased workloads. To accomplish this, you could keep a small number of older vehicles on standby, or you could establish a short-notice rental contract with a local rental agency. 57

 Optimize Fleet Usage The larger a fleet gets, the more likely inefficiencies will creep in simply because of how much more activity occurs. Drivers will make unnecessary trips. Employees will try to sneak personal travel into the mix. Perform periodic audits of your logs looking for unnecessary travel. Communicate any concerns to drivers so they're aware that you're monitoring performance. Also, see if you can make any modifications to your driver checklists or logging that might prevent unnecessary trips from happening in the first place. For example, did two different departments not know they were dispatching an employee for the same job? Have them verify staff assignments before keys are signed out.

 Have Strong Policies Documenting clear policies can accomplish much of the communication and enforcement that comes with good fleet management for you. Your policies set clear expectations for drivers and other people in your organization. Most of the practices explained here can become part of your fleet policy suite. For example, you should document your: • Vehicle purchasing policy: Essential vehicle features. • Data collection policy: What vehicle data you need

collected and how drivers will be held accountable for recording it? • Driver licensing policy: The consequences for drivers allowing a license to expire. • Maintenance schedules: How often drivers should expect you to take vehicles out of circulation for servicing?

 Consider an Automated Fleet Management Solution An electronic fleet management solution can automate many of the time-consuming manual tasks that take up your day. Using a technology platform for fleet management allows you to refocus your time on more productive tasks, like planning future vehicle purchases, building customer relationships, and developing your strategic plans.

A Little Effort Goes a Long Way Choosing the right tools can make fleet management simple. Try combining some of the fleet management tips we've discussed here with reliable technology to improve how you manage your business's fleet.

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Industrial Automation and IoT: What Are the Benefits? • Data collection • Performance monitoring • Actionable analytics • Remote management IoT is shorthand for Internet of Things, which is the latest generation of business and consumer equipment connected to the internet. These devices can communicate with each other, central computer systems, and people in your workplace. Sounds like IoT devices would be a perfect way to improve industrial automation. But is that always the case? IoT and Smart Management Systems can be cost-effective solutions for managing how your industrial equipment, your staff, and their IoT mobile devices work together. There are many advantages to this digital way of running industry. But there are some traps you can fall into during your transition if you're not planning carefully. How IoT Will Be Used in Industry-2021 and Beyond Berg Insight, a global IoT market research firm, calculated that there were more than 4.8 million wireless IoT devices shipped for industrial automation applications in 2015. That figure is expected to rise to 18.3 million by 2021. Why the sudden, massive uptick in interest? The main reason is that networked IoT devices establish feedback loops. They can monitor industrial performance and send data to central computer systems for analysis. Then they can carry out instructions that are returned. Industrial IoT solutions are self-monitoring, self-adjusting types of smart technology. The most common activities we can expect to see smart IoT systems perform in industry include: February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

While industry will become increasingly automated going forward, people won't disappear from industrial worksites. Their roles will change though, and business leaders will need to make sure their labor forces can still effectively work in these new, automated environments. To that end, three particular trends are on the horizon for industrial automation and IoT that you should be aware of:

Industry 4.0 This is the nickname for the new wave of smart factories expected to become the fourth major industrial revolution. Industry 4.0 companies integrate IoT technology, cloud computing services, and big data initiatives together into their manufacturing processes. IoT technology will connect skilled personnel with production and management equipment more tightly in these companies. That connectedness will allow companies to optimize how they manufacture goods and manage operations.

AI & Machine Learning Data collected from IoT smart systems can be run through advanced AI and machine learning software, which can identify trends and opportunities that might not be obvious to human operators. Machine learning software is capable of adjusting how it performs based on human and IoT feedback. This will be important for improving: 59

• Warehousing operations • Asset tracking • Inventory management • Supply chain monitoring • Supply/demand forecasting

Proactive Maintenance IoT and AI systems together will allow companies to perform more proactive maintenance on their production equipment, mobile devices, and IoT systems themselves. This capability allows companies to reduce downtime by identifying and resolving technical issues before they can impact production. IoT and AI tools will also help identify performance trends among mobile devices and other equipment, which will help you optimize future maintenance schedules or purchasing schedules.

Expected Outcomes When Industrial Automation and IoT Work Together Industrial businesses that add smart technology to their operations can expect to see improvement in a range of areas. You don't need to go completely all in, either. You can expect to see these four specific benefits even in smaller-scale IoT investments:

Better Efficiency Smart Systems operate at a much higher speed than human workers. They can complete a greater amount of work in a much shorter time. They also don't get tired, so there will be much less downtime when a process is carried out by a smart IoT system. Smart systems also don't take holidays or need sick days. So work can continue even when you're at reduced capacity. Since they're always active, those systems can also facilitate smoother transitions of work shift to shiftfor example, by ensuring that mobile devices used by staff are quickly and easily handed off. 60

Fewer Errors Automated systems are much more accurate than human workers. People get tired, have lapses in judgment, and misenter information. Electronic systems can't make those kinds of human errors. Compared to human workers, IoT systems can also record a much higher volume of data and in much finer detail. You can use this increased amount of data to conduct better and more granular analyses of your operations.

Cost Reduction The up-front costs of deploying an IoT smart management system are quickly recouped by the labor and associated staffing costs you can reduce. These savings grow year over year as you optimize your new processes. Smart Management Systems also help you drastically reduce losses and inventory shrinkage. For example, smart asset management systems can almost completely eliminate industrial handheld equipment loss. The asset management system is able to notify supervisors the second a device is overdue for return. Initiating a search as soon as possible greatly increases the chance of recovering missing equipment before shift changes occur. Supervisors can also analyze transaction reports over time to help identify concerning trends before they become full-blown problems.

Better Working Conditions Industrial Automation and IoT Systems can take over your most hazardous and cumbersome tasks from human workers. This will reduce workplace accidents, which means fewer workers' compensation claims, fewer production delays, and overall less stress for both shift workers and management. Wireless IoT solutions are also effective in locations that are hard or cost-prohibitive to reach for human workers. For example, in industry, this could mean February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

deploying cranes or automated guided vehicles (AGVs) that can be controlled over a wireless connection. They can be used for material handling and process automation in environments where it would be unsafe to send workers. IoT smart management systems also excel at handling work that is simply tedious for humans. For example, in asset management that could include transaction logging and tracking. Automating basic work functions allows your staff to focus on the skilled labor where human expertise is most important-and the most rewarding.

What to Watch out for When Implementing IoT Solutions Some businesses try to jump headlong into IoT system deployments without properly considering all of the challenges they might face. That can delay, or even stop, their industrial automation and IoT rollouts. Here are the three most common challenges that you need to consider in your own deployment plan:

network to protect them. This makes it vital to get your IT department in the loop about new IoT automation efforts from the very beginning. IoT devices themselves are also usually valuable, making them targets for internal and external theft. Consider which devices you will use are most at risk. Mobile electronics used as part of an Industry 4.0 transition are often in need of elevated security and management.

Integration & Management While Automated Systems can perform many of the tasks previously performed by human workers, they still require management and maintenance. In particular, businesses looking to deploy mobile electronics to their staff as part of new IoT automation efforts often don't consider how they're going to manage these new devices. You can inadvertently create new, manual work for your staff if you don't have a plan for Device Management. Staff will need training when you add automated management processes. Their old routines won't be as effective when IoT technology drives so many processes in new ways. If you deploy technology without bringing your personnel along in your Industry 4.0 transformation, your business's performance will suffer.

Unexpected Up-front Costs While they save costs in the mid and long terms, IoT solutions can be costly and complex to deploy. You need to plan carefully to avoid unnecessary delays and expenses in your business's IoT rollout. Make sure you're working with an experienced solutions provider that knows all of the ins and outs of the technology platform you're deploying.

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A Clear Vision Forward, but Still Many Decisions to Be Made The future of industry lies in IoT and other smart technology. It is not a question of whether expanding your industrial automation and IoT systems is a good idea, it is only a question of how you get results most effectively. Smart storage systems can be the solution to the challenge of managing how your staff and mobile IoT electronics will need to work together. Calculate your savings using smart lockers compared to traditional physical asset management methods with our locker ROI calculator. 61

Why is School Safety Important? Keeping schools safe allows children to look forward to being in an encouraging environment that promotes social and creative learning. When their basic safety needs aren't met, children are at risk for not feeling comfortable at school and may stop showing up, or they may remain on edge throughout the day. Promoting school safety creates an open space for kids to explore, learn and grow. Keeping Children Safe at School.

A safe learning environment is essential for students of all ages. Without it they are unable to focus on learning the skills needed for a successful education and future. When violence is part of the educational setting, all students are affected in some way. Even though your child may not be the actual victim of violence in school, there is a very good chance that he or she will witness violent acts throughout the educational years. Research continues to illustrate children who feel unsafe at school perform worse academically and are more at risk for getting involved in drugs and delinquency. The issue of school safety is a major concern at all levels of government, from local to federal. School boards meet with teachers and parents to listen to their concerns and suggest solutions. State and federal governments are taking steps to improve school safety and law enforcement as the nation realizes the importance of this issue and how it impacts children's futures.  Increased Violence in Schools Although there are experts that say violence has always existed in schools, many are concerned about the increased number of violent acts taking place there. Some even argue violence in certain areas has reached epidemic proportions, desensitizing many students and leaving them 62

feeling violence is a normal part of their school life. Sadly, violent acts in schools occur at all educational levels with 8 percent of students reporting they have been involved in at least one physical fight at school, and 6 percent reporting missing school at least once in a month long survey period because they did not feel safe. Every child should feel safe from violence in their school, yet there are many that do not. Today, it is not unusual for students to violently attack other students, teachers, security guards, and school personnel, showing a complete lack of respect for authority. These attacks often result in injury and at times, death. Witnessing these acts can also cause intense fear and anxiety within other students as well as staff members, making the school environment a psychologically distressing place to be.  Prioritizing Digital Safety With a higher number of teachers using technology to educate their students, the need to better understand and promote safe internet usage is critical. Online, children are at risk for being bullied by peers or anonymous users and being taken advantage of by adults preying on younger folks. Exposure to inappropriate content and disturbing images and language should also be considered when using computers or tablets in the classroom. February 2021 - www.visionmediahitech.com

Safety online is just as important as physical safety. An estimated 55 percent of LGBT students report being cyber bullied, and 15 percent of high school students have experienced this as well. Kids who are in an environment where bullying takes place are more at risk for suicidal behaviors compared to students who are not exposed to bullying. Programs that support safe use of technology can greatly impact the mental health of the students using it.  Why Is School Safety Important? When considering violence in schools, the horrific acts that occurred at Columbine High School, Virginia Tech, and Northern Illinois University come to mind. These incidents, and others like them, are some of the worst cases of violence in schools. It can be difficult to think about the increase of school violence and what that means for students. School safety is important to protect all students and school personnel from violence that includes: • Assaults • Bullying • Victimization

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Theft Classroom disorder Fights Robbery Use of weapons Sexual attacks Violent crime

The crisis of violence in schools has devastating effects. All necessary steps and precautions need to be taken to ensure the safety of all students. Zero tolerance policies and violence prevention programs need to be instituted in schools. Parents, schools and communities need to work together to take measures to make their schools a safe place for everyone. Encouraging Healthy Environments Safety in schools is necessary to support the academic success of each child, giving them the opportunity to learn and achieve in a safe and nurturing environment. Strict policies on school safety promote increased learning, feelings of school unity, higher levels of pro-social behavior and decreased levels of violence.

Matrix Comsec Bags the Outstanding MSME Excellence Award by Federation of Gujarat Industries (FGI) through these awards, industrial and social achievements in Gujarat will be publicly recognized. In order to continually encourage others to contribute to the country's efforts, they aim to contribute towards globalization and economic development.

Mr. Ashish Shah, Vice President - Human Resources, Matrix Comsec receiving the award from Shri Yogesh Patel, Hon'ble Minister of State - Narmada, Urban Housing, Govt. of Gujarat Federation of Gujarat Industries, Vadodara has conferred on Matrix a Certificate of Merit in the category of Outstanding MSME. This prestigious th award will be presented at the 16 FGI Awards during the Excellence presentation ceremony. The objective behind the institution of these awards is to recognize excellence in economic, social and scientific areas. The FGI believes that

Speaking about the achievement, Ganesh Jivani, the CEO of Matrix Comsec, added, “We are delighted to win the outstanding MSME Award for the year 2021. We are honoured to be recognised for making a meaningful and positive contribution to the economic and technological development of our community and country. Each of us at Matrix is passionate about our shared purpose - to create a world-class technology organization. The award is a testimony of the efforts of all our employees and associates, whose efforts have enabled us to consistently deliver world-class products and to win and keep the faith of our customers. This award is also an inspiration to work harder, towards building world-class technology solutions.”

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EZVIZ C3X Dual-lens AI Camera Wins 2021 BIG Innovation Award The winning EZVIZ C3X dual-lens AI camera offers breakthrough color night vision and AI human/vehicle detection for 24/7 peace of mind. The award highlights EZVIZ's relentless innovation in smart home technologies, and reflects its dedication in delivering highperformance products and reliable services. Each year, organizations from across the globe submitted their recent innovations for consideration in the BIG Innovation Awards. Nominations were then judged by a select group of business leaders and executives who volunteer their time and expertise to score submissions. This year, 52 companies and 137 products were selected among thousands to receive the prize.

EZVIZ, a global leader in home intelligence, has announced that it has won the 2021 BIG Innovation Award presented by the Business Intelligence Group. The winning EZVIZ C3X dual-lens AI camera, which provides breakthrough color night vision and AI human/vehicle detection for 24/7 peace of mind, is recognized for its innovative approach in fulfilling next-level home security. “EZVIZ is proud to receive this year's BIG Innovation Award and appreciates the acknowledgement from Business Intelligence Group for the technological achievements in our C3X security camera. It has always been our mission to make fully featured security devices easy to operate and accessible to the average user,” said Hans Velasco, director of sales in North America at EZVIZ. “With more innovations to come, we at EZVIZ thank BIG for the esteemed award and of course, our loyal users for all of their support as we continue to expand what is possible on a single smart home platform.” February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

The winning C3X is launched as the company's most sophisticated camera ever. With C3X, users will get the full suite of functional security features like two-way audio, motion detection, and remote viewing, plus advanced features including a built-in AI processing chip for accurate human shape detection, and proprietary color night vision technology that effectively shatters previous limitations inherent in night time security footage. To complete the package, all of this is packed into housing the size of an average baseball and can be setup and ready to use in less than 3 minutes. “More than ever, the global society relies on innovation to help progress humanity and make our lives more productive, healthy and comfortable,” said Maria Jimenez, chief operating officer of the Business Intelligence Group. “We are thrilled to be honoring EZVIZ as they are one of the organizations leading this charge and helping humanity progress.” For more information visit: www.ezvizlife.com 65

Prama Hikvision's Partner Isha Enterprises Launches Website and Customer Care Mobile App on its 19th Foundation Day

Photo Caption - Mr. Rahul Mutha, Founder & CEO, Isha Enterprises, Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. at the inauguration ceremony of website and customer care app.

Prama Hikvision's Partner Isha Enterprises has celebrated its 19th foundation day on 1st January by launching a website and a Customer Care Mobile app. The foundation day ceremony was presided by Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India. Isha enterprises also donated CCTV equipment to Nachiket Balgram, an N.G.O. that works to take care of destitute children, as a part of its corporate social Responsibility (CSR) activity. "By launching a Website and Customer Care Mobile app, Isha enterprises has shown that their priority is always a customer centric approach. We are happy and proud to be associated with Isha enterprises over the years. Our partners are key to the market growth 66

and success. We value our trusted partner Mr. Rahul Mutha and team of Isha Enterprises," said Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. "We wish to thank Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan for being the chief guest and mentor to all of us. We have been fortunate to get the guidance from Mr. Ashish P. Dhakan, he has taken the security industry to the next level. We are inspired by his leadership zeal and vision," said Mr. Rahul Mutha, Founder & CEO, Isha Enterprises. th

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Isha Enterprises has created a niche for itself in the last 18 years by providing quality security products. With a sense of corporate social responsibility, Mr. Rahul Mutha has donated CCTV equipment to Nachiket Balgram a social organisation, to bolster internal and external security for hundreds of destitute children. At the event Rahul Mutha's mother Smt. Laxmi, wife Mrs. Sonali, daughter Isha and son Rushabh was present. Mr. Rahul Mutha said, Isha enterprises is working on three point program of providing quality products, customer satisfaction and employee welfare, while supporting social organisations. Nachiket Balgram's Chairman Bhalchand Bramhecha (Babuji) thanked Isha Enterprises for their support. Mr. Rahul Mutha, was recently felicitated with the hands of Professor Dr. Sanjay B Chordiya by Suryagaurav Rashtriya Puraskar- 2020[Technology Management Initiative] by Suryadutta Group of Institutes, Pune. February 2021 - www.safesecuremagazine.com

Mr. Rahul Mutha, Founder & CEO of Isha Enterprises, is one of the leading entrepreneurs in Maharashtra. Hard work comes through, determination, personal sacrifice and dedication coming from the normal background Mr. Mutha bangs the industry. His exceptional knowledge and skills help him stand outstanding. His main mantra for life, Honesty and Hard work made him successful in life. He always support & motivate newly entrepreneurs. He deals with CCTV, Video door phone, Biometrics Time Attendance, Access Control, Home / Gate Automation System, Fire Alarm System and many more. One Stop Solution for all Electronic Security Systems. Isha Enterprises Head Office in Pune and Branch Office in Nashik & Kolhapur. For more information visit: www.ishacctv.com 67

How To Create Your Event Marketing Plan For 2021

Choosing the right exhibition to attend can really contribute to your ROI and make a big difference to your overall success. Attend the right exhibition and you can really add value to your company and generate high quality leads. Attend the wrong exhibition and you can be spending money, time and energy with no return. Here are a couple of factors to consider before you decide which exhibition to attend:

Set Objectives Trade show objectives are a key element of trade show success. Before you start compiling a list of shows you want to attend this year, clearly define your objectives and strategy. You and your team need to know why you’re exhibiting and what your trade show focus is. 68

• Are we trying to build awareness of our brand? • Are we launching a new product or service? • Do we want to strengthen the relationship with our existing customers? • Or do we simply want to make new contacts and sales? Highlight reasons for wanting to exhibit and identify key objectives before you decide which shows you will spend money on. Don’t forget to also set stand objectives unique to your brand – including space requirements, type of stand and product displays needed.

Set Your Budget It’s most beneficial to obtain past financial data when setting your event marketing budgets. Look to what events you previously attended, the budget allocation

and the actual expenditure. Review this expenditure so you can: • Ensure that your Return On Investment (ROI) for each event is accurate • Shift unproductive costs into more productive areas • See where you are spent the most and come up with a plan on how best to save money or increase value and ROI • Determine if there are any events that should be cut from the event schedule • Determine if your future budget is accurate and sufficient

Research Your Options Now that you have your objective, you can start a thorough trade show research. To make the process easier, you can categorise your possible list of shows by country, industry, date, size or price. Only consider trade shows

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that you can afford and eliminate those that go above your budget. Consider large industry shows as well as smaller local events. Make sure you learn how each show will contribute to your objectives and gather as much information as possible including demographics, previous participants, attendee numbers and show statistics. Before you make a decision, you should know the answers to: • Are we familiar with the city and venue? • Is the trade show established? • Does it have a good reputation? • How big is the trade show? (Do we have statistics from last year?) • What industry does it target? • Who is attending it? Check social media pages like Facebook to see how popular the show is and what other exhibitors and attendees are saying about it. Visit as many shows as possible prior to exhibiting. This will help you evaluate the show and decide if it’s right for your business.

Consider Your Audience

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When deciding which shows to attend, you also have to figure out who specifically you are targeting at an exhibition. Your consumer demographic is key to success. Research your target market to find out which shows they’re attending. Don’t assume that they’re only attending big industry events. Some of your key buyers may regularly attend smaller shows that are not industry specific. Local events are a great opportunity to gain exposure and they will give you a bigger ROI.

These are just a couple of easy steps to consider when choosing the right exhibition for your business. Take these planning tips as a starting point. They will help you compile a list of shows that suit your brand, match your target market, and hit your objectives.

As part of your research, you can ask ten of your existing customers which shows they regularly attend. It’s crucial to identify shows with a high percentage of attendees that fit your customer profile. You also have to consider timing and your distribution area. Research shows that 40-60% of attendees will come from a 200 mile radius. Where is the show you’re planning to attend? What other shows are taking place at the same time that

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9 Points to Consider to Maximize the ROI from the Trade Shows Exhibiting at a trade show can be a great way to advertise to a target market and create brand awareness.This provides you with a platform to promote your product or service to a broader group that may have little or no knowledge of your products and services. Being involved in a trade show or exhibition can provide you with opportunities to branch out to generate sales leads, make direct sales contracts and build up a sales database. 69

1. Select an Ideal Booth Space and Make it Open and Inviting Booth location plays a critical role in the success of your trade show efforts. As part of your planning process, you should understand the layout of the exhibition hall and choose a location that will be best suited for high traffic and engagement opportunities. If you get the choice, try to position yourself away from your competition and any other exhibitors with distracting booths. Likewise, positioning yourself amongst companies with lackluster exhibits may work to your advantage. This is something you might note down from attending the particular show the year prior. 2. Teach Something Many people attend trade shows in order to learn about new products in their industry and the companies making them. Or about the latest discoveries and developments in their specific fields. Why not lean into this fact and offer attendees a truly educational experience when they visit your booth? 3. Create a Relaxing Atmosphere Attending trade shows is a lot of fun. It can also be hot, sweaty, and exhausting. To stand out, consider making your trade show booth have a more "homey" feel that

invites attendees to come in and relax. 4. Use Visual Techniques Virtual reality has been taking the world by storm over the last few years. Jump on the bandwagon and add a VR element to your event kiosk or simply add a screen on your stall and play video related to your products. 5. Schedule Appointments Ahead of Time If you have access to an attendee list or business matchmaking platform, reach out to anyone who seems like a qualified fit for your product. Provide them with a brief overview of your company or product and ask if they’d like to schedule 5 to 10 minutes of booth time. People will be less likely to skip your booth if they have a standing calendar invite to meet with you. 6. Hold a Contest Contests are an extremely easy way to increase attendee engagement at trade shows. The trick is to do something creative and offer a great prize to winners. Think of creative giveaways that’ll have enormous brand recall value. 7. Let Attendees Test Your Products Remember, one of the main reasons people attend trade shows is to see and test new products. So

make sure that your booth prominently displays your company's offerings and allows event-goers to get hands-on with them. 8. Develop an Engagement Plan Your booth should be staffed with energetic and enthusiastic employees that connect with trade show attendees and are implementing the strategy you defined long before they arrived. Working on laptops or tablets, scanning emails on smartphones and sitting down in chairs is sure to send negative signals to a passerby. Your staff is there to work the booth, so that should be the primary focus. 9. Set Up a Post-Mortem Debrief with the Sales and Marketing Teams After you return from a trade show, it’s critical to promptly set up a post-mortem debrief meeting with members of your sales and marketing teams. It’s important to get a 360-degree download of the show: successes, failures, shortcomings, the good, the bad and the mediocre.

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AMBETRONICS ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

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DSPA

E-SQUARE ALLIANCE PVT. LTD.

36 & 37

FIRE ALARM & AUDIO SYSTEMS

FIRETECH EQUIPMENT & SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.

FOAMTECH ANTIFIRE COMPANY

HD FIRE PROTECT INDIA PVT. LTD.

COVER INNER

KEMEX INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD.

MALLCOM (INDIA) LTD.

MARVEL GLOVES INDUSTRIES

PRAMA HIKVISION INDIA PVT. LTD.

COVER & BACK

RESQ TECHNOLOGIES

SHAH BHOGILAL JETHALAL & BROS.

VINTEX FIRE PROTECTION PVT. LTD.

WARPP ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

ZKTECO BIOMETRICS INDIA PVT. LTD.

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