SMART Security Solutions asked a few people involved in servicing mines to join us for a virtual round table and give us their insights into mine security today. A podcast of the discussion will be released shortly-stay tuned.
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In recent years, South African mining safety legislation has made strides towards incorporating the use of, and reliance on, technology – but this does not come without its own challenges.
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Digital transformation has been hyped to death, but is a reality all companies in all industries need to address, including the mining sector. BCX and NEC XON weigh in on the challenges mines face.
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The Directory of Product and Solution Suppliers for the mining industry includes the details of companies that provide products, advice and services to the mining sector, primarily, but not limited to the areas of security and risk.
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Panomera cameras Panomera cameras capture rear, middle, and foreground image areas with uniform high resolution by combining multiple lenses and sensors with varying focal lengths into a single optical unit.
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ACTOM Distribution Transformers recently secured an order for the supply of its Neutral Electromagnetic Couplers with Earthing Resistors and an Auxiliary Transformer (NECRT) to Kamoa Copper Mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
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Halo Technology is the distributor for UQOMM in Africa and has 30 authorised resellers throughout the continent. This network will ensure efficient support ensuring that clients will have no difficulty with installations and maintenance.
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One does not usually associate mining with cybersecurity, but as big technology users (including some legacy technology that was not designed for cyber risks), mines are at risk from cyber threats in several areas.
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SMART Security Solutions spoke to Nick Grange and Theuns van Schalkwyk from XtraVision about its perimeter solution, one that has been applied in mines (and other industries) in Africa and South America.
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The mining sector has not escaped the move toward digitalisation, but the nature of the industry means that it faces multiple challenges when it comes to managing, protecting and storing data.
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Mining operations are some of the most critical and hazardous industrial activities, with a range of risks. To address these, access control, and integrated security solutions are critically important in protecting people and assets.
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Data security and privacy in today’s interconnected world is of paramount importance. In the realm of global mobility, where individuals and organisations traverse borders for various reasons, safeguarding sensitive information becomes an even more critical imperative.
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Nash Lutchman recently retired from a security and law enforcement career, initially as a police officer, and for the past 16 years as a leader of risk and security operations in the mining industry.
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The EasyLogic range is designed for basic heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications and includes an integrated network of controllers, providing improved installation efficiency and energy use such as plant room and terminal units.
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The relatively hostile environment and remote locations of mining establishments mean that any electronic/technical implementations have to be easily installed, require little or no maintenance and, once commissioned, require no adjustment.
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By leveraging advanced AI analytics, real-time data collection, and seamless integration capabilities, cities can address pressing security challenges and create a safer environment for residents.
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In the dynamic landscape of African mining, security remains of paramount concern as threats evolve and challenges persist, and mining companies seek innovative solutions to safeguard their operations, assets, and personnel.
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Zulu Consulting has streamlined the corporate risk management process with the launch of Risk-IO, a web-based app designed to consolidate and guide risk managers through the process, monitoring progress as one proceeds.
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Online Intelligence recently launched version 7 of its CiiMS risk and security platform. Speaking to SMART Security Solutions after the launch event, the company’s Arnold van den Bout described the enhancements in version 7.
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Dr Craig Donald advocates the use of intelligence and smart surveillance to assist control rooms in dealing with the challenges of the size and dispersed nature common in all mining environments.
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The container conversions available from Boomgate Systems offers instant onsite secure access control points for industries and applications such as mines and remote locations where construction projects might be underway.
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The growing popularity of trusted ecosystems of cloud-connected access control devices, applications and trusted mobile identities has made mobile access easier to adopt than ever.
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Turnstar’s Titan turnstile offers high security physical access control, which can be integrated with advanced technologies to prevent unauthorised entry to mining facilities.
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Being the best security business in South Africa means little if no one uses your services. Your business success is only partly linked to how good you are at security installations.
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Axis Communications announced a marine-grade stainless steel camera that offers performance in harsh environments. Enclosed in an electropolished stainless steel casing, it can withstand the corrosive effects of seawater and cleaning chemicals.
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Facial authentication solutions combine advanced AI and 3D sensing technologies with ease of use to create a frictionless, touchless experience. The deployment of this technology in an access control system keeps users and administration moving.
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ServCraft brings together trade industry associations and corporations to launch blox, a digital content platform and community impacting lives, businesses and industries across hundreds of thousands of trade business SMEs.
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When NTT opened its research centre in Silicon Valley, it was looking for a high-security expert capable of protecting the company’s sensitive data. STid readers and mobile ID solutions formed part of the solution.
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Experience a new level of secure access control with NOKEY, tailored for banking environments, ATM cubicles, and safeguarded spaces. The cloud-based system offers effortless administration, control, and access management.
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[Sponsored Content] The introduction of digital certificates was welcomed by the security industry; however, it also led to the exploitation of unsuspecting clients by third parties who print certificates at exorbitant fees.
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Far beyond the simple delineation of boundaries, fencing serves as a dynamic solution to address various needs, from ensuring the security of farms and protecting livestock to defining property lines and enhancing aesthetic appeal.
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Understanding the differences between owning and renting a solar system becomes essential as we navigate the landscape where cost-saving and uninterrupted power supply meet environmental consciousness.
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In South Africa, the safety of our rural communities, particularly on farms, is a pressing concern. Nearly 32% of South Africa’s 60 million people live in these areas, where security challenges are constantly in the spotlight.
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Sophos report found that telemetry logs were missing in nearly 42% of the attack cases studied. In 82% of these cases, cybercriminals disabled or wiped out the telemetry to hide their tracks.
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By merging the capabilities of SecuVue and Secutraq, Secutel has forged a robust system empowering users to fine-tune analytics and harness facial recognition, pose detection, and XFS, among other features.
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