proxSafe® RFID electronic key management system- Today’s solution to keys management

proxSafe® RFID electronic key management system has once again garnered the prestigious 2007 Merlion Award, having won once in year 2005 at the Safety & Security Asia 2005. The second win in Year 2007 also at the top security show of the Safety & Security Asia, is a testimony of the product excellence and innovation. The Merlion Award was given based on the Judging Criteria on - Product Innovation, Design, Benefits to Consumers, User-Friendliness of the Product and Unique Features.

On an international RFID platform in year 2004, proxSafe® maxx has also garnered the Preventical Award at the prestigious Preventica Show in France for its significant innovative features and revolutionary technology using RFID.

Having won multiple prestigious awards, it speaks volume of proxSafe®'s technology and innovation widely recognised and acknowledged by the security industry.

Electronic Key Management System at Campus Security
by Benjamin Thong

In August 2004, Campus Security invested in a fully automatic electronic key management system to enhance efficiency and responsiveness in managing and tracking the number and movement of keys in our huge campus.

Previously the Team Leaders and Security Assistants had to put up with the tedious and cumbersome task of manual record keeping on thick log books. Much time was wasted on personnel resources to monitor and track unreturned keys and unauthorised removal of keys. Now with this intelligent electronic key management system, all these problems have become a thing of the past as it enables Campus Security to streamline and enhance our key administration and management automatically.

This innovative key management system operates on a contactless reading technology, which utilises a newly patented device that combines field proven RFID (radio frequency technology identification) with a unique locking mechanism to identify and secure the key tag.

The authorised user has to identify via a contactless smartcard (staff card) and can only gain access to the assigned keys which the user is authorised to draw out. Access to the keys is secured with the presence of alarm and a specially designed roller shutter which opens automatically and allows removal of keys only by authorised users. The level of secured access and management of keys is further enhanced by the various alarm features and software set-up in the main terminal.

All information about users, keys and access rights are stored in a terminal. The system automatically registers information on who has taken or returned which key/s and when. This information builds into an easily accessed database that gives immediate traceability of which personnel is responsible for each key at any given time. A software link to a PC allows full activity reporting facilities.

The integrated contactless key tag reader in the terminal also provides a quick and error-free method of returning keys. When drawing keys out the terminal display promptly informs users if the required key is available or if it is currently with another user.

With the aid of such an innovative and intelligent device, the key management and administration is very efficient contributing to more value added and responsive service to the NUS community.

If departments and faculties are interested in getting this key press system in your offices, please feel free to contact:
Benjamin Thong (Assistant Manager Campus Security & Car Parks) at oedtty@nus.edu.sg

Hong Kong Cyberport’s Security & Surveillance Needs Supplied by Deister Electronic datalog® de protect Real-Time System

Coselec Pte Ltd is proud to announce that they have successfully supplied in collaboration with their Hong Kong counterpart, Chubb Hong Kong, close to a dozen datalog® de protect data collectors and up to 1500 proximity checkpoints to the dynamic Hong Kong Cyberport – Hong Kong’s very own IT flagship.Coselec Pte Ltd is the leading distributor for technologically advanced security products and systems in the Asia Pacific region from Deister Electronic GmbH, the leading European RFID manufacturer who pioneered and invented the guard tour system (1982), possesses a highly regarded reputation synonymous with innovation, high quality and reliable products backed by legendary German Technology.
The estimated US$2 billion Hong Kong Cyberport shall serve as a centre of excellence for the technology industry. The main vision is to create an corporate identity of a meeting point for Information Technology professionals and organizations in an environment, where all deciding factors come together to deliver an impact not to be ignored in the IT genre globally.

Apart from the 24-hour networking operations centre backed by high-bandwidth fibre optic network capability, there is also a Digital Media Centre specially catered for the creative, digital and multimedia industries of Hong Kong. In addition, the Wireless Development Centre is an all-in-one wireless applications development platform. Recently, the IT flagship of Hong Kong received the internationally acclaimed “Intelligent Building of the Year” Award from the Intelligent Community Forum, being praised for it’s beautiful architecture as well as its magnificent communication and IT infrastructure.

Behind all these, the synergy between Coselec Pte Ltd and Chubb Hong Kong has set the industry benchmark by catering to the security and surveillance needs of over 100,000m² of office space, 27,000m² of retail and entertainment outlets, a 5-star 173-room hotel, as well as a deluxe residential area – online. Due to the vast area covered, the de protect system allows all security information to be transferred to a central control unit real-time – meaning no time is lost in transition as the data is sent and received by means of automatic radio frequency, while all evaluation and actions can be made immediately. The system also offers personnel surveillance by means of motion and position sensors as well as POS (Person & Object Safety), ensuring all security personnel’s personal safety is fully accountable for.

Nanyang Technological University of Singapore (NTU) harness security with RFID electronic Guard Patrol System

December 2003- In response to the Singapore Government calling of stepping up security measures in Singapore . Nanyang Technological University of Singapore, NTU employed the efficient “Contactless” RFID electronic Guard Patrol System in its entire premises to develop a more stringent security system.

This sophisticated German-designed system enables security officer to receive a daily guard patrol summary. Hence, this system eliminates the cumbersome process of recording data in logbooks thus streamlining its guard patrolling with a cost-effective monitoring network.

This efficient guard patrol system provided and installed by Coselec Pte Ltd, has also benefited other educational institutions such as National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore Management University (SMU), Republic Polytechnic, ITE Dover, Singapore American School, INSEAD.

Coselec Pte Ltd is a regional distributor, marketing highly specialised security products and systems in the field of security control, facility management, and automatic identification market.

The entire system comprises 150 proximity checkpoints, 60 personal contactless card ID, 20 rugged-designed data collectors, downloading units and a management software application. The checkpoint can either be surface-mounted with tamper proof security screw, or concealed to avoid any vandalism if required.

By presenting a lightweight handheld data collector to the mounted checkpoints, data are gathered seamlessly. This process makes data collection easy, especially if the checkpoints are located in places that are physically difficult to access. A distinctive advantage over conventional bar code, magnetic or touch button system is that it functions consistently in any kind of environment whether hot or humid conditions.

Reports are generated immediately once the security guard finishes his patrolling and placed the data collector into the downloading unit located in the control room. All these are automatically processed by patrol verification management software. The resulting reports are then channeled to the Operations Officer.

Given these comprehensive and differing reports, the supervisor is able to review performance, and detect any deviations and irregularities. This allows security management to act swiftly to prevent losses and damages.

The patrol verification management software, known as “Lite Patrol” has the capability to capture up to 500 location checkpoints, and unlimited number of data collectors. It processes large amounts of data, which can be evaluated within seconds and displayed in five different comprehensive reports. These reports can be chosen based on master data, location, inspection, error and personnel ID reports.

Besides Lite Patrol software, Coselec also offers Easy Patrol and Master Patrol that can process up to 50,000 checkpoints.

The system also has a unique feature that expedites facility management. Recording and reporting events such as vandalism to machinery or property, malfunctioning of equipment, and other disruption through a unique Event Card. This card can be fitted into any security officer’s pocket due to its lightweight and handy outlook.

With a most effective patrol verification software and a data collecting system with unlimited possibilities, NTU has made a wise choice by acquiring a guard patrol and monitoring system that will keep its promises and stand in good stead for many years to come.

Coselec is honored and proud to be the distributor to provide service, expertise and products for NTU.

Early 2001, Singapore Police Force started operation of the easy to use and efficient "Contact-less" RF Electronic Guard Patrol System in its seven land divisions. The Singapore Police Force has set a trend for the rest of the South East Asian Region in being the first to adapt the state of art technology for patrolling. This sophisticated German-designed system enables officers to receive a daily guard patrol summary from all police stations. As a result, the SPF has eliminated the cumbersome process of recording data in logbooks and streamlined its guard patrolling with a cost-effective monitoring network.

The system was installed by Coselec Pte Ltd, which has designed a variety of similar electronic checking systems for institutions such as Changi Airport , Singapore Telecoms, Singapore Power and Parliament House. The company markets high performance electronic hardware and software technologies in the fields of security control, facilities management, automatic identification and asset management.

The Coselec system comprises of checkpoints, data collectors, downloading units and software. The checkpoints can be surface-mounted with tamper proof security screws, and can even be concealed if needed. Data gathered by these check points can be read by merely pointing a hand-held, lightweight, data collectors at them. This makes data collection easy, especially if the checkpoints are located in places that are physically difficult to access.

Another advantage of this "remote access” technology (over conventional bar code, magnetic or touch button systems) is that it functions consistently in any kind of environment and in hot and humid conditions.

Downloading units are located in every division and each unit is connected to a personal computer, enabling collected data to be processed by patrol evaluation software. The resulting reports are then channelled to the supervising Operations Officer.

Given these comprehensive and differing reports, the supervisor is able to review performance, and at the same time detect deviations and irregularities. This allows security management to act swiftly to prevent losses and damage. The system has a special feature that expedites facility management. It records and reports events such as damages to machinery or property, malfunctioning of equipment, vandalism and other disruptions through a unique Event Card. This card is handy to carry around as it fits easily into any security officer’s pocket.

Another important feature of the system is its highly encrypted software, “Lite Patrol” which captures up to 500 unique checkpoints, and unlimited numbers of data collectors. It also processes large amounts of data, which can be evaluated within seconds and displayed in five different comprehensive reports. History Reports can be generated for processed data for a specific time period. For example weekly or monthly reports. These reports can be chosen for location, Inspection and Exception and Personnel Id reports. In addition to Lite Patrol software, Coselec offers other software such as Easy Patrol and Master Patrol that can process up to 50,000 checkpoints using either WIN95/98 or NT.

With the aid of the most effective patrol verification software in the market, and a data gathering system with unlimited possibilities, the SPF has acquired a guard patrol and monitoring system that will stand it in good stead for many years to come.

Coselec Pte Ltd is proud to announce that they have successfully supplied through their Hong Kong system integrator, Nixon Technology Company Limited, of over 500 units of Deister Electronic PRL5 Legic® readers and KPL10S Pinpad Legic® readers and over 15,000 Interlock Legic® cards to the prestigious Hongkong Science & Technology Parks at Pak Shek Kok.

Coselec Pte Ltd is the leading distributor for technologically advanced security products and systems in the Asia Pacific region from Deister Electronic GmbH, the leading European RFID manufacturer with highly regarded reputation synonymous with innovation, high quality and reliable products backed by legendary German Technology.

Currently in development, the multi-billion dollar Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks shall serve as a centre of excellence for the technology industry and is designed to accommodate companies of all sizes and stages of development and to promote interaction and innovation on both local and global basis. The campus-like Science Park , which will comprise approximately 15 exclusive buildings, including a hotel for visiting scientists, is being developed in 3 phases over a 9 year period. Coselec Pte Ltd is fortunate to have the opportunity to supply the highly reputable Deister Electronic Legic® readers to the Phase 1 project.

The Prestigious Jurong Island Checkpoint is equipped with the ERP-IU Vehicle Access Control Reader System provided by Coselec Pte Ltd

Coselec Pte Ltd has delivered its best solutions and expertise to successfully supply one single largest installation of 20 units of ERP-IU vehicle access control reader systems for the prestigious Jurong Island Checkpoint Contract.

Coselec had partnered with TJ Systems (S) Pte Ltd for the awarded S$7.9 million turnkey security system contract for Jurong Island Checkpoint Security. Coselec Pte Ltd is a well established distributing company offering technologically advanced RF-ID and contactless security access products & logistics, is responsible for the supply of the ERP-IU vehicle access control identification systems. Both parties together with the provider of the back-end system, CEM Systems have worked very closely with one another to ensure a successful installation of a well-integrated solution of access control systems and vehicle control applications.

The Jurong Island Checkpoint is located at the entrance to Jurong Island Highway . The Checkpoint has 7 inbound car/heavy vehicle lanes, 2 inbound motorcycle lanes and 6 waiting bays for inbound buses. Another 4 car/heavy vehicle lanes, 1 motorcycle lane and 4 bus bays are also built to serve the outbound traffic. The Checkpoint is to be fully installed and equipped with state-of-the-art access control systems and ERP-IU vehicle access control identification system that allow fast clearance of vehicle and personnel without compromising security on the island.

The Jurong Island Checkpoint is part of the government’s blueprint to develop Jurong Island into a world-class chemical research and production hub well served by its state-of-art and superb infrastructure and technology. By 2010, Jurong Island will be able to accommodate up to 150 companies with a total estimated fixed asset investment of S$40 billion (US$23 billion). In terms of employment opportunities, 15,000 people will be working on the island and more will be visiting Jurong Island for its academic researches and training.

Coselec Pte Ltd is indeed very honoured and proud to play a part in this blueprint to provide their service, expertise and products for this prestigious project.