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Sanyu Elementary School Builds A Safer Learning Environment with VIVOTEK Surveillance Solutions
December 2013 by Marc Jacob
Schools are places for students to learn and acquire professional and social skills.
For children and young adults, school is also a place that shapes their personality,
integrity and self-respect. However, schools often double as public places that are
open to communities, making the safety and security on campus exceptionally
important. Issues that may compromise campus security are diverse, ranging from
trespassing and theft, to bullying, vandalism and injury. School-aged children are
vulnerable and lack awareness when it comes to confronting danger. Thus, an
integrated security mechanism with advanced and seamless surveillance should be
installed on campus, securing a safe learning environment for children. With an
advanced surveillance system, school staff can perform security networking right on
campus, and police or security can do so remotely. If a suspicious person or object
is detected, the alarm will trigger, mobilizing real-time assistance. Early
detection of a dangerous situation on campus significantly increases the likelihood
of prevention.
Enhanced Infrastructure, Strengthened Security
Sanyu Elementary School, located in the Tienmu area of Shihlin District, Taipei,
Taiwan was founded in 1993. With a strong commitment to education, Sanyu Elementary
School has executed a series of initiatives for building up a safe campus for its
1,500 students from grades 1 to 6. The school prioritizes healthy development and
quality education, which can be seen in various academic courses, dynamic and
multifaceted extracurricular activities, vigorous physical education programs and
events, and a comprehensive tutorial system. However, solid security is needed for
all these initiatives to operate smoothly, and to ensure parents that their
children are learning in a safe environment. Sanyu Elementary School has put lots
of effort and resources into security infrastructure enhancement and renovation.
The surveillance system, as the pivotal mechanism for security on campus, also got
an overhaul. After seeing the insufficient image quality of the existing analog
cameras, the school decided to upgrade to an IP-based surveillance system. With
VIVOTEK¡¯s local distributor Zero One Technology¡¯s professional advice and
support, 48 VIVOTEK network cameras were chosen for the project. The two major
reasons that Sanyu Elementary School go with VIVOTEK were: First, VIVOTEK is a
leading brand in Taiwan. Second, VIVOTEK provides quality solutions, which have
been also well recognized by other schools.
Unparalleled Visibility, Seamless Monitoring
48 network cameras have been installed in hallways, stairways, and around sports
grounds, creating a seamless shield of protection for children wherever they are on
campus.
Hallways and stairways, which are semi-outdoor areas, are places with high contrast
lighting conditions. Capturing fine details while maintaining superb image quality
can be challenging under such circumstances, only cameras with excellent image
processing capability are adequate. VIVOTEK¡¯s IP8332-C, a 1MP bullet-style network
camera, features a removable IR-cut filter and IR illuminators, effective up to
15M. This camera captures video with exceptional image quality and resolution
around the clock. As for harsh outdoor environments, the IP8332-C is encased in
weather-proof casing to withstand rain and dust, ensuring stable operation and
monitoring under any weather condition. The IP8332-C is also an ideal option for
monitoring hallways and stairways
Apart from the indoors, children have physical education classes and play around
outside on the sports grounds. However, monitoring this area can be challenging
considering the openness of the premises. VIVOTEK¡¯s speed dome network camera
SD8312E, with its sophisticated pan/tilt mechanism, was installed for sports ground
surveillance. The SD8312E is capable of fast, precise movements with continuous
360-degree pan and 90-degree tilt. Designed with WDR Pro technology and a removable
IR-cut filter, the camera is able to deliver unparalleled visibility day and night,
clearly capturing every move on the ground. VIVOTEK¡¯s IP8130, a 1MP small-sized and
elegant designed cube network camera, was installed in the security office at the
school entrance. Any activity around the security office, such as intrusion or
vandalism, can be monitored, protecting not only the security guard staff, but also
school children. With a supporting smart phone application, VIVOTEK¡¯s iViewer,
security guards can access live video off-site in real time through iPhone or
Android platforms.
VIVOTEK is the Best Choice for Cementing Campus Security
Kelly Huang , Director of General Affairs at Sanyu Elementary School stated: ¡°Ever
since the establishment of Sanyu Elementary School 20 years ago, our top priorities
have been the children¡¯s safety, positive growth and excellent scholarship. The
school has put great effort into making the environment safer and friendlier. After
VIVOTEK¡¯s cameras were installed, our surveillance quality improved significantly.
The clarity and fine details in the footage delivered by VIVOTEK network cameras
have exceeded our expectation. We are convinced that VIVOTEK is the best choice for
campus security.¡±
William Ku, Vice President of VIVOTEK¡¯s International Business Division, stated:
¡°Campus safety always needs to be stressed. Providing our children with a safe and
enjoyable learning space ensures sound development. In recent years there have been
several devastating attacks on schools around the world. There have been
heartbreaking tragedies and innocent children have suffered, there have been
incidents in the U.S, China and South America. Sometimes attacks are unpredictable,
but precautionary measures, like a comprehensive security mechanism with advanced
surveillance capacity, can minimize the possibility of tragedies and irreversible
loss
