Better Security Engineered from the Start
Rail yards are increasingly of concern to local and federal authorities. Easy access is required to train stops to keep trains moving on time. Rail container yards are faced with unique operational and safety challenges. But new OCR and video technologies can enhance the operation of these complex facilities with many moving parts. Technology can impact security at many levels and analytic assistance from these technology can help infield personnel get ahead of potential risks, with little or no training.
Ruggedized versions of most products allow for high reliability installations where vibrations can increase wear and tear on various technologies. Remotely accessible video can provide real time consolidated access to video incident management centers.
Security systems can yield extraordinary operational benefits as well. Not only do rail yard operators face physical threats but legal and insurance threats as well. Unified understands the operational benefits of well positioned video technology and other sensors.
The following technologies can aid Rail:
- VIDEO & NETWORK
Video
The basics of a security architecture always include a video surveillance system. But today’s systems need IT class reliability and scalability. It also needs to act as the nerve center of the security architecture. Compatible is no longer applicable. Interoperable is the key to success. Highly interconnected video looks to access control, identity management and various inspection systems to harden the perimeter. Video now comes in many flavors and retention policies are creating exceptional loads on systems. Enterprise class systems now match the demands. But underestimating the first step of deployment and ignoring the roadmap process can leave you with dead iron quickly.
Video Archiver
Long term retention of video data is now critical for insurance and liability claims. Twelve month windows to file claims and suits drive insurance costs up year after year. Unified knows the value of the video and we can now keep a year’s worth of video in just a 4U chassis. Long term pattern recognition can spot operational deficiencies as well as long term repeat offenders. Utilizing a second stream from the existing cameras can create a life saving backup to mission critical video.
Networking Devices
Often overlooked in architectures in ports is network connectivity. Wireless connectivity can carry much of the load by the airwaves are busy at most ports. Fiber to the poles is becoming more prevalent for good reasons now and the switching technology supporting port operations has become the lifeline of safety, security and operations. The right capacity planning and fault tolerance design make the difference between good and great operations.
Cameras
We have a camera for every threat and every environment. Fixed and PTZ camera lines are an excellent extension of the physical security product set. Network video recorders especially designed for public and commercial transportation applications. IP surveillance technology provides facility monitoring to the consumer.
PSIM
A Physical Security Information System is a critical tool in several regards for ports. Preserving legacy investments is made possible by integrating older devices via the PSIM. PSIM takes technology integration to the next level by creating Situational Awareness. Reducing incident response times, documenting responses and workflow definition are force multiplying effects not found in other technologies.
- SENSORS & ANALYTICS
Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging cuts through darkness, rain and fog eliminating environmental conditions from a Security Managers list of problems.
Long Range Imaging
Long range imaging has progressed at exceptional rates. Coincidentally, so have water based threats. Sony’s one-of-kind- XI’s (ex-eyes) turnkey long range imaging system is the simple answer in this environment. High definition video is created in a panoramic, 270 degree view that also embeds video analytics technology. Filtering out the effects of water while automatically assessing and zooming to threats provides early warning information that can render short range radar useless.
Video Analytics
Few budgets are allowing for additional headcount. Video analytics now gets the right video clip in from of the right person. Reduced response times and easily stored video events change the headcount requirements to protect your facility. New technology “learns” standard behavior in the view and identifies behavioral anomalies. No more rule writing. Just productive event reviews. Rapid search capabilities allow large video storage farms to be searched like a database, presenting probable matches in thumbnail format.
Fiber Sensor
Fiber monitoring lines your fence with easy-to-install fiber that can pinpoint intrusion attempts as they happen. Exact X-Y coordinates of a tampering or penetration are identified and reported to security personnel via a variety of methods. This information can then be used to view the incident via video surveillance, dispatch first responders and communicate directly with the perpetrators where such technology is in place.
GPS
GPS tracking for business, law enforcement, covert, and personal use. Tracking people, vehicles or assets via cellular or satellite networks. Reduce risk, improve safety and security, optimize fleet operations with real-time, all-satellite GPS tracking and fleet monitoring.
- IDENTITY & ACCESS
Identity Management
You can manage badges and visitors through traditional paperwork. But today’s rapidly changing conditions within the Enterprise call for real time Identity Management. Email access, network access and other resources can be controlled by various IT directories. But if they are not linked to background checks, certification expiration dates and biometric identification technologies do you really have security. Or do you have a false sense of security?
IRIS Scanning
Access Control is at the heart of any security perimeter strategy today. But access control has long had significant shortcomings that can finally be eliminated. Lost cards, shared cards, tailgating and fraud are all problems that an Iris Scanner can eliminate. It’s access control that truly provides one-to-one security.
Access Control
The first line of defense against a breach internally. The Cisco platform is a key element in the incident response architecture that manages incidents and enhances safety by leveraging the powerful Cisco network. We also offer solutions for managing identities and provisioning access in physical security infrastructure.
Under Vehicle Inspection Systems
Vehicle based threats are no longer limited to military and government facilities. Vehicles by the hundreds enter and exit without inspection today and many points. Rapid inspection of these vehicles is now possible with embedded and portable under vehicle inspection systems. Proactive approaches are at the heart of all IP physical security technologies, and UVIS represents the front line of prevention.
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