Hanwha Vision secures London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

Indeed, maintaining such coverage to ensure the safety of citizens and businesses alike was of paramount importance to the local authority. Hammersmith and Fulham Council needed to upgrade its existing surveillance system with HD cameras that provide greater situational awareness and 360-views of busy public spaces.

Smart technology solutions provider North designed the security solution that comprises 60 Hanwha Vision PNM-C34404RQPZ and PNM-9322VQP multi-directional PTZ cameras to replace analogue models.

The five-channel AI PNM-C34404RQPZ model provides operators with extensive coverage using a PTZ and four cameras in one combination, with a powerful suite of analytics and detailed image quality of up to 4K.

Likewise, the PNM-9322VQP features five sensors that provide 360-degree views, yielding the coverage of five separate cameras without the need for additional cabling or server space. Equipped with intelligent analytics, the cameras enhance operators’ situational awareness and responsiveness.

Improving air quality

The surveillance system integrates with connected air quality sensors and other Internet of Things devices that increase insights available to leadership. Proactive steps can be taken to improve air quality such as reducing traffic flow on smaller roads, near public outdoor spaces or schools or during specific times such as commuting hours.

Insights from the cameras are shared across departments in the London Borough and with the neighbouring Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea as well as with local police enforcement agencies, thereby improving the management of cross-Borough events and boosting collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Councillor Rebecca Harvey said: “Hammersmith and Fulham Council is determined to deliver London’s most efficient, effective and forward-thinking video surveillance system. It’s part of the proactive steps we’re taking to protect women and girls, reduce crime and make our streets safer for our residents, businesses and visitors alike.”

Clear commitment

Tony Oliver, head of physical security at North, said: “The investment Hammersmith and Fulham Council is making to enhance CCTV operations underlines its clear commitment to consistently improve the quality of the environment for people who live there.”

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham now boasts a leading video surveillance solution that improves safety, offers scalability as needs evolve and provides wide-area coverage across the Borough.

*Further information is available online at www.hanwhavision.eu