Elevator Controller for more security at home or office buildings

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With residential, commercial and office buildings growing taller day-by-day; Elevators have become the most basic and convenient way to travel and access the floors in such a multi-storey building. To keep these elevators active and perfectly running continuously all the time we need a very efficient Elevator Control System. An Elevator Controller is the system responsible for coordinating all aspects of elevator service such as travel speed, accelerating and decelerating, door opening speed and delay, leveling and hall lantern signals as well as securing the building by denying unauthorized access.

Why Elevator Controller?

The main aims of the Elevator Controller are: 
  • To bring the lift car to the correct floor.
  • To minimize travel time.
  • To maximize passenger comfort by providing a smooth ride.
  • To accelerate, decelerate and travel within safe speed limits.
  • Most importantly, to deny unauthorized access.
Except for the last among the above mentioned, all others are general and basic functions of an Elevator Controller. This special function is required in office buildings which observe large traffic. Apart from regular members of staff who are present on a daily basis, depending upon the nature of its business, an office is likely to receive visitors, temporary staff, field staff, etc. Although they are not there on a regular basis they can potentially blend in with office workers. It is important to keep track of who is in the office building and to ensure that unauthorized people are not able to gain access to valuables and sensitive information.

How does an Elevator Controller avoid Unauthorized Access?

An Elevator Control System can be integrate with other security systems like Boom barriers, Turnstiles, IP Cameras, Fingerprint and Card Readers, Alarms etc., which gives us a complete secured system. Consider a multi-floor office building including basement. In such a big building the Elevator Controlling Button Panel can be integrated with Fingerprint or Card reader so that the elevator operates only if an authorized Fingerprint or RFID is punched or flashed.
Maximum chances are that an intruder can try getting in from the basement. A boom barrier or a turnstile fitted with an alarm system can be set up just before the entry of the elevator. Even IP Cameras can be installed at the entry of the elevator in every floor. Special RFID/HID cards can be assigned only to those employees who have the authority to access a particular restricted floor (say R & D Department). Once the card is flashed before the reader the particular floor button becomes active and he/she can have access to that particular floor.

There are always chances of an unauthorized person getting hold of the RFID Card somehow from somewhere or maybe he/she can befriend an employee of the office and get him/her to punch in his/her finger over the reader. By doing this the intruder can access any floor in the office at ease. To avoid such a breach a turnstile can be installed in every floor at the exit of the elevator. As soon as the turnstile gets a mismatch of the number of cards flashed and number of individuals getting out of the elevator it can activate the alarms.


Security at Events and Conferences





Video surveillance has been a key component for safety and security. Creating security to public and property is very essential for any nation and as an application, video surveillance has demonstrated its value and benefits countless times for many events.
As security risks increases, the need to visually monitor and record events in organizations or any other events has become most important. Moreover, the value of video surveillance has grown significantly with the introduction of motion, heat, and sound detection sensors as well as sophisticated video analytics.
The management must concentrate on security issues ie have to understand factors of threats, according to that implement strategy to develop security to event. Modern improvements in surveillance technology have made security cameras the perfect security solution for conventions and other large events. The flexibility and ease of use of wireless IP cameras can make the event more secure than ever before.

Benefits of installing CCTV surveillance system:

Prevent theft:  Prominently placed security cameras help to deter theft of guest belongings and convention materials.

Flexibility:  Surveillance systems that use IP cameras can be reconfigured to meet ever changing needs. This feature is especially beneficial for traveling meetings and conventions. Since no venue has the exact same security needs, a flexible IP camera system allows bringing security with us, no matter the venue.

Ease of use:  Setting up and managing a system of IP cameras is a snap. Unlike analog CCTV cameras which require power tools and technicians, all we have to do is mount the cameras and start recording.

Remote monitoring:  Adding an NVR (NetworkVideo Recorder) to surveillance system allows broadcasting the footage over the internet, and can view footage from any of cameras at any time. This breakthrough also allows expanding current security capabilities. Instead of watching monitors for hours on end, security guards can perform more active duties like foot patrols, helping keep event safer.

Surveillance system at Museums




 

  
"Museums store historical proof of nation and deliver loyal heritage to coming generations. Protecting priceless objects is a particularly tough challenge for public museums and galleries. These institutions face the conflicting dilemma of keeping objects safe, yet allowing millions of visitors a chance to see them,"

Monitoring activity in museums, where extremely valuable collections are stored and display, is a necessary undertaking. High-priced works of art  are prime targets for theft. The proper video surveillance system can go a long   way in protecting a museum's collections from acts of thievery and vandalism.

Surveillance system plays a very important part in discouraging prospective burglars and their activities.  "All museums should have identification cameras and monitors at each entrance. Visitors and staff entering and leaving the building are monitored via CCTVsurveillance cameras. This setup must be accompanied by a monitor, where the entrant clearly sees his or her image in a monitor. Thieves and robbers frequently pay a complicated visit in advance. If they realize they have already been filmed they might be discouraged from any plans of thievery."  


Benefits:

Simple installation:  IP (Internet Protocol) surveillance technology offers easy-to-install systems with outstanding flexibility. Cameras can be positioned throughout the museum, communicating through an IP network with no need for complicated wiring setups.


Remote access:  An NVR (network video recorder) allows for remote viewing over the Internet. Security workers can monitor surveillance footage and even control security cameras from any computer with Internet access.

Restrict theft:  Security cameras can tightly monitor display areas, storage rooms, and other locations throughout a museum, watching for suspicious activity and potential theft.

Monitor employee theft:  The threat of employee theft exists. Video surveillance keeps a close watch on all areas of a museum, and can deter employees from turning to the dark side.


Prevent vandalism:  Unfortunately, defacement of art can be a problem in a museum, where pieces are displayed right within the public's reach. Security cameras can deter such acts of vandalism and enable workers to spot potential threats.


Conclusion:


With the advanced surveillance system, Museums will have a fully integrated video system that provides a good overview of the building and the surrounding public area. All images will be transmitted to the NVR servers via the IP network and stored. Images can be followed in real time on the video wall, and configured in a flexible way. Images can also be quickly called up and combined in the event of an incident. With this new environment, museums will have a flexible and scalable video system, which will make it possible to quickly implement future developments or extensions.