Source: ARCHITECT Magazine
Publication date: April 1, 2009
By Jennifer Lash
The MIC Series from Bosch Security Systems delivers high-quality surveillance in demanding environments. The MIC400 Underwater (shown) produces distortion-free underwater images, making it ideal for applications such as hydroelectric dams. The sweetly anthropomorphic casing, in aluminum or stainless steel, protects against corrosion, and the pressure-resistant seal allows operation to a depth of 82 feet. boschsecurity.com
The Image Icon is the latest design from B.I.G. Enterprises. Serving as a welcoming point for employees and visitors, the booth is also designed to be a perimeter checkpoint. The Image Icon features dual-pane insulated glass windows and two steel doorways. The interior is equipped to handle major electrical needs, including provisions for security camera systems, data, and communication. The booth is delivered prefabricated and ready for installation. bigbooth.com
In an emergency, Beacon from Assa Abloy leads the way toward a safe exit. The device connects to a building's fire alarm system and helps occupants exit through the use of audio and visual alerts. Pulsing light combines with white noise, followed by verbal instructions indicating exit locations in one or more languages. In the sequence's final phase, a green laser beam highlights the exit. assaabloydss.com
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