Patrick boosts port security
Patrick boosts port security
March 5, 2008
From: Australian IT
LEADING
container terminals operator Patrick will beef up security by adopting
powerful digital systems that can capture 1000 times more data than
traditional cameras.
More than 500 digital security cameras will be installed at four
terminals and two stevedores as Patrick discontinues its analog CCD
(charge coupled device) video camera system.
The new cameras are said to be able to operate in myriad lighting
conditions resulting in higher accuracy of facial details both indoors
and outdoors.
Patrick selected California-based Pixim to supply the new cameras. Financial details were not disclosed.
"The maritime sites will incorporate Pixim-powered box and dome camera
formats, placed inside Patrick's buildings and lobbies, as well as
outdoors to protect the perimeters and acreage," Pixim said in a
statement.
"At port access points, a person's face is no longer obscured by back
light, shifts in lighting throughout the day or glare from water," John
Monti, Pixim marketing and business development vice president, said.
