Author Archives: Cortech Developments
Find the very latest business and industry news below. Between delivering solutions to clients, training operators and developing next-generation technologies, Cortech’s team of experts is always kept busy. Our news section is a great place to keep up-to-date with business developments and events occurring in the wider industry.
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University Benefits from Greater Interoperability
The University of Strathclyde approached Cortech Developments with the remit to maximise safety and security across the University’s extensive campus. They were specifically seeking a graphical user interface that could provide a scalable solution that factored in their requirements for phased implementation and future expansion.
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DVTEL and Cortech Take Control
Cortech’s latest major software release Datalog 5 now integrates with the DVTEL Latitude 6.3 servers.
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A Latest Development in Fence Intrusion Detection
Datalog 5 integrates with and provides control of the Detection Technologies VibraSector® series of alarm detection and processing equipment.
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See Innovative Technology in Action!
Cortech will be hosting another Open Innovation Event at our offices on 3 July. This is an event with a difference, offering end users and consultants the opportunity to see innovative building, fire and security technology in action through a series of role played event scenarios.
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Inspiring your Sales Team
Last year, Cortech launched their Trusted Advisor Coaching Module for integrators and facilities management companies. A National Sales Manager for one leading integrator who attended the module said “The Trusted Advisor Coaching Module was extremely beneficial for our sales team.
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Datalog 5 Enhances User Experience
Cortech Developments are proud that we have been able to limit the number of major software revisions during our 22 years in business. Datalog 3 was available for almost 10 years and Datalog 4 [the predecessor to Datalog 5] has been supported since 2004.
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Cortech Release Events Schedule with a Difference
Cortech Developments is running a series of events throughout the year to keep our customers, prospects and resellers inspired by the latest Datalog developments, innovative integrated technology and best practice.
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New Team focused on Enhanced Cortech Experience
The recent restructuring of the Cortech sales team has seen Jason Blundell promoted to Head of Sales for the UK, while Michael Rose and Jenny Connell [pictured] have both joined the business from large and highly respected organisations.
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Integration offers Fence and Buried Mounted Protection
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce a major new integration development between Southwest Microwave’s new-generation INTREPID™ suite of perimeter intrusion detection systems and Cortech’s Datalog 5 security management system.
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IPS Integration with Datalog 5
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce the integration of IPS Intelligent Video Analytics with its latest major software release, Datalog 5. IPS Intelligent Video Analytics, a business unit of Securiton GmbH, is a technological leader and a specialist in the field of digital video surveillance.
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Cortech open New Office in UAE
Cortech Developments have opened up a new office in the UAE. Cortech Developments Middle East DMCC, based in Dubai, will be headed up by recently appointed Managing Director, Phil Witts.
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Warrington Wolves & Cortech – Partnering for Success
The new First Utility Super League season is now underway, an apt time to reflect on the positive experience of a successful partnership.
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Cortech and Intelligent Buildings Theatre Praised
Now the dust has settled on IFSEC International 2013 we can reflect on a very positive experience for Cortech Developments as an integral part of this international exhibition.
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Avigilon Teams Up with Cortech
Cortech are pleased to announce the integration of Datalog 5 with the Avigilon Control Center.
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Gallagher Command Centre Integration with Datalog 5
Cortech’s Datalog 5 GUI now incorporates a driver to communicate with the Gallagher Command Centre solution. The Datalog’s Gallagher integrated driver is an Open Protocol Communication (OPC) client, which receives status changes and modifies override values via the Gallagher OPC server.
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Be Inspired at a Smarter Buildings Workshop
Whether you’re an end user, consultant or integrator, the challenge of maximising building performance can sometimes be a difficult one.
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Datalog Forums – Get the most out of your system!
Are you getting the most out of your Datalog system? If you have to think about this for a few seconds, then the likelihood is that you are not. If you are interested in how we can offer you added value, please read on.
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Celebrating 21 Years of Innovative Solutions
2013 represents a significant milestone for Cortech Developments, with the Company celebrating 21 years as a leading provider of specialist software solutions for integrated building, fire and security management.
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New Senstar Integration with D5
Cortech’s latest major software release, Datalog 5, now integrates to Senstar’s Network Manager using the Network Manager Interface.
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Datalog 5 Reseller Programme Launched
As part of our continued commitment to driving the highest standards of delivery for DATALOG 5 systems, Cortech has launched a DATALOG 5 Reseller Programme.
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Innovation & Partnership – Warrington Wolves 3 Year Sponsorship
Head of Coaching and Rugby, Tony Smith recently announced a contract extension which keeps him at the Warrington Wolves’ until November 2015.
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Cortech and Bosch Cutting Edge Solutions
Cortech are pleased to announce the integration of Datalog 5 with the Bosch range of IP Video Products including video encoders, decoders and Divars.
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Cortech sponsor IFSEC’s Intelligent Buildings Theatre
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce the Sponsorship of IFSEC’s new Intelligent Buildings Theatre.
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Important Datalog Information
Last year Cortech Developments released the latest major software version of their Building, Fire and Security Management Software – Datalog 5 for Windows 7.
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Reseller Programme
The software industry is a progressive discipline which is continually in the process of being updated and modified to keep pace with the innovations of technology associated with the integration of building, fire and security solutions.
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Circuit Mimic provides Enhanced Overview
The Datalog 5 software incorporates the innovative Mimic Driver. The Mimic displays a fixed map / drawing in its own window.
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Adding value with 360⁰ Asset Mapping
Cortech Developments have released a new 360⁰ Asset Mapping system as an added value solution, which is linked dynamically to our Datalog graphics package for Building, Fire and Security Management.
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Cambridge University Press – Wise Investment
Cambridge University Press has a working relationship with the Cortech Developments Datalog integrated control room management suite which extends back well over a decade.
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Becatech Flight Desk Integration
Cortech Developments are pleased to announce a major new integration development with Becatech and their Watercress CNI protection system for Water utilities.
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Datalog 5 Email Development
Cortech has recently developed an Email option for its latest software version Datalog 5. The system can now send out Datalog reports via Email.
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See new BMS & Energy Modules at London Olympia
Cortech will be showcasing their new integration modules for BMS and Energy Monitoring at the Building Services exhibition at London Olympia, 10-11 October 2012.
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New Building Management Module Launched
Cortech provides solutions for safe, secure, building monitoring and control with building management facilities. This includes the ability to access, collate and evaluate data to implement decisions in real time to provide substantial business benefits.
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New Module for Energy Efficiency & Cost Savings
Cortech has launched a new Energy Module, which provides an integrated Targeted Metering Solution. This will enable you to be smarter about the way you use your energy.
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Integrated BBV CCTV Solution
Cortech’s latest software version, Datalog 5 now integrates with Building Block Videos TX1500 CCTV. Building Block Video is an independently owned British company incorporated in 1994. The company designs and manufactures CCTV systems for the security industry and are specialists in protocol conversion.
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Seamless Integration with Worldwide Fire Solution
Cortech Developments latest major software release Datalog 5 provides full integration with the MX-4000 Series Fire Alarm control Panel’s manufactured by Northumberland based company, Advanced Electronics Limited.
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Major Contract for Marine Security Solution
Cortech Developments are pleased to announce that they have been awarded a major contract from MarineGuard™ to provide a software solution for the security of one of the world’s largest private yachts currently under construction.
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Advanced Locking System Integration
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce a major integration with the Chubb Locks LCMS custodial access control system, Chubb ATLAS®, and its own integrated software solution, Datalog.
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Veolia Water Centralised Security Success
Veolia Water Central – part of the wider Veolia Water UK group, has made a significant investment in enhancing its security operations at a number of sites. The programme involved integrating and centralising control systems at multiple sites through Cortech Developments Integrated software, Datalog.
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Adding Value with Asset Mapping
Cortech Developments have released a new 360⁰ Asset Mapping system as an added value solution, which is linked dynamically to our Datalog graphics package for Building, Fire and Security Management.
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Cortech Launches Management Coaching Module
Cortech Developments are pleased to announce the launch of a Training Academy and Management Coaching Module, which centers’ on management excellence in an integrated control room environment.
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Circuit Mimic Provides Enhanced View
The Datalog 5 software incorporates the innovative Mimic Driver. The Mimic displays a fixed map / drawing in its own window. It is intended to be displayed on its own monitor to act as either a single or multi-site overview.
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Seamless Integration with Vigilant IP Video
Vigilant Technology, a leading provider of intelligent IP video, surveillance and security solutions has undertaken an integration initiative with Cortech Developments involving some of the latest products and solutions from both companies.
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Datalog 5 Launch a Big Success
Cortech Developments latest major software version, Datalog 5 was released on 1 July 2011.
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BDM Investment Signals Commitment to Further Growth
Cortech Developments has strengthened its Business Development team further with the appointment of Jason Keye. Jason has joined from the Techno Group, having previously spent 15 years in the security industry.
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New Southwest Microwave INTREPID™ MicroTrack™ Underground PID’s Demo
Cortech has added a Southwest Microwave INTREPID™ MicroTrack™ buried cable ground detection system [pictured to the right] to its Live PSIM demonstration facility.
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Nemtek Electric Fence Integration
Cortech’s Datalog software provides full integration with Nemtek’s V1.0.0 Electric Fence System. The Nemtek Group manufactures and supplies a full spectrum of energizers and fencing hardware for industrial, commercial and residential applications.
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Integrated & Centralised Control Rooms for Transportation
As part of our presence at Transport Security Expo next month, Cortech Director Mark Thomas will be speaking at the ‘Terminal Security Airside and Landside’ workshop on Wednesday 14th September at 1.35pm.
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Guardall & Datalog Intruder Solution
Cortech has undertaken integration projects with a host of major intruder alarm manufacturers. One of these includes Guardall, part of the UTC Fire & Security Group group and a world leader in the security and fire market.
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Cortech & IndigoVision leading edge solutions
Cortech can confirm an integration initiative with IndigoVision, the leading manufacturer of end-to-end IP video security solutions. This development involves the integration of Datalog with the IndigoVision range of NVR’s, as well as the IndigoVision Control Center software and /or the IndigoVision decoders to create a virtual CCTV matrix.
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Major Integration Development with Samsung
Cortech Developments in collaboration with Samsung are pleased to announce a major integration initiative involving the Datalog SMS and Samsung Digital Video Recorders and iPOLiS Network Cameras.
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Datalog 5 to be Launched Soon
Cortech Developments is close to announcing the BETA launch date for DATALOG 5 within the next few weeks. The DATALOG SMS has evolved over 19 years to become an integral and critical feature of many modern day high security environments.
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Integration Development for Prisons
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce a key integration initiative with ADT Fire & Security’s Custodial Group. Our main software product, the Datalog SMS, now communicates with ADT’s General Alarm system, a Programmable Logic Control (PLC) based system for operation in Prisons, Secure Units and Young Offenders Institutes.
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Major Integration with Bosch Personal Alarms
Cortech Developments is involved in a major integration with Bosch Security Systems and its Personal Security Pager (PS Pager) System. This wireless personal alarm system provides enhanced personal security for staff in high security environments such as Prisons, Detention Centers and Mental Health environments. It also eliminates the requirement for wiring, commonly used in the […]
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Datalog Links with Worldwide Fire Brand
Cortech developments and GLT Exports, a manufacturer of early warning Fire Alarm Systems, Gas Detection and Emergency Systems, can confirm the integration of Datalog and the Premier Quatro fire system, which forms part of GLT’s worldwide brand, Zeta Alarm Systems.
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Campus Security – Be Educated
Cortech’s Business Development manager will be one of the main speakers at the next IP in Action Live event in Cambridge as part of their Educational seminar programme centring on ‘Campus Security and Management’. The event is being staged at the Menzies Cambridge Hotel & Golf Club on 10 March 2011.
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Sponsorship Success Extended
Cortech Developments have extended their sponsorship partnership with Warrington Wolves coach Tony Smith. In the previous two years that Cortech have sponsored Tony, he has led the Warrington Wolves to consecutive Carnegie Challenge Cup successes at Wembley Stadium, their first silverware in 35 years.
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Manchester Airport alarm and intercom systems enhanced with Cortech software
Manchester Airport has undertaken improvements to its alarm and intercom systems across its three Terminals. An integral part of this new system, which has been managed by Security Installer ES North, is an integrated software solution provided by Cortech Developments.
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Cortech Open Innovation Event October 2014
Cortech Developments specialise in software integration solutions for building, fire and security management systems. We have a proven track record in delivering software development and integrated system solutions for high security environments and critical national infrastructure.
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Cortech Open Innovation Event September 2010
Cortech Developments specialise in software integration solutions for building, fire and security management systems. We have a proven track record in delivering software development and integrated system solutions for high security environments and critical national infrastructure.
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Successful Sponsorship Partnership
Cortech’s successful sponsorship of the Warrington Wolves Coach Tony Smith has reached new heights with more Wembley success. The Wolves recently won the prestigious Carnegie Challenge cup at Wembley for the second successive year by defeating the Leeds Rhinos. This was coupled with an impressive third place finish in Super League.
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Enhanced Functionality for ViconNet DVR
Cortech Developments has enhanced the functionality of the Datalog SMS for integration with the ViconNet digital platform from Vicon. The Datalog 4 Alarm Management System can communicate with the ViconNet API version 5 over a TCP/IP network allowing integration with the Vicon Kollector range of Digital Video Recorders, ViconNet NVRs and ViconNet IP cameras. Datalog […]
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Reduced Response Time Improves Staff Safety
The safety and security of staff in working environments such as Hospitals, Mental Health Units and Airports is essential. Cortech continues to develop methods for reducing response times for a wide range of events. Recent enhancements have been made to the Datalog software to enable data to be received from the Guardian Staff Safety Systems […]
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Datalog Gate Control Enhancement
Cortech is pleased to announce a new Datalog software enhancement for integration with manufacturer’s perimeter fence equipment. The driver has been developed to avoid nuisance alarms caused by security fencing ‘rattling’ when gates are opened and closed.
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Seamless Integration with Vigilant IP Video
Vigilant Technology, a worldwide leading provider of intelligent IP video and surveillance and security solutions is just one of fifteen companies that Cortech Developments have dvr integration with. The Datalog 4 Alarm Management System communicates with Vigilant Technology’s range of Digital Video Recorders and Network Video Recorders.
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Barco Hydra Integration
The Datalog 4 Alarm Management system offers full integration with the Barco Hydra. Barco are a global technology company that design and develop visualisation solutions for a variety of selected professional markets.
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New SigNET Integration
Cortech Developments is pleased to announce a major new integration development with Europlex Technologies that will benefit the government, commercial, industrial and financial sectors.
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Integration Enhancement with Bosch and H.264
Cortech has enhanced its existing driver for the Bosch range of IP video products (video encoders, decoders and Divar XF) to include H.264 compression.
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Datalog at the Heart of Northumbrian Water Sites
Cortech Developments has been awarded a major contract by Northumbrian Water Limited as part of their programme of security enhancements at numerous water treatment works. The project will involve upgrading multiple sites with the latest version of Cortech’s integrated software, Datalog 4.
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JANUS XML & Photo ID
Cortech Developments and Grosvenor Technology have enjoyed success in sectors such as Healthcare and Retail amongst others, since the integration of the Datalog SMS and JANUS Access Control system back in 2004.
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Open Innovation Event 2014 – Manufacturer Profiles
Cortech Developments specialise in software integration solutions for building, fire and security management systems. We have a proven track record in delivering software development and integrated system solutions for high security environments and critical national infrastructure.
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Keynote Presentation to Dubai Delegates
Cortech Developments will be demonstrating the latest advancements in their software at Intersec, Dubai from 17-19 January 2010. As Part of our presence at the show, Cortech Director Mark Thomas will be undertaking a presentation to delegates at the Commercial Security Forum on Monday 18 January from 14.00 – 14.45.
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Geutebruck Video Motion Integration
Cortech developments is pleased to announce a major development with the integration of its Datalog 4 modular software suite with the Geutebruck VS40 External Video Motion Detection System. Commands sent by the Geutebruck VS-40 will be relayed by the Datalog to the operator.
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PAC SecureNet Integration Success
Cortech and global technology leader PAC have enjoyed success with the integration of the Datalog and PAC SecureNet at keys sites within the Healthcare, Leisure and Custodial Sectors.
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Eyevis Video Wall Solution
Cortech are pleased to announce a new integration development with Eyevis, a leading manufacturer and world-wide supplier of high quality visual displays solutions for control rooms.
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Protec Cell Call Integration
Cortech’s Datalog software provides full integration with Protec’s Cell Call units for use in prisons and custody suites.
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Sponsorship News and Wembley Cup Final Success
Cortech Developments recently announced the sponsorship of Warrington Wolves (Rugby League) Coach Tony Smith. Tony is also England World Cup & Great Britain Coach. Cortech join other major brand sponsors of The Wolves including; SKY, Ebay, VESTAS, Dominos, Engage Mutual Assurance and Coca Cola Enterprises Ltd amongst others.
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Seamless Integration With Cardax
The Datalog security management system now incorporates a driver to communicate with the Cardax FT Command Centre. The Datalog / Cardax driver is an OPC client, which receives status changes and modifies override values via the Cardax OPC server.
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Cortech Appoint UK North Business Development Manager
Cortech Developments have appointed Jason Blundell in a newly created role for the company as their UK North Business Development Manager. Jason has previously gained experience working with Vicon CCTV as a BDM manager for over 7 years and more recently with a system integration company.
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Museum of London Invests in Large Scale Security Solution
Cortech Developments have provided an integrated software solution for Museum of London, one of the world’s largest history museums, as part of a large scale security project installed by Quadrant Security Group.
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Notifier Integrated Fire Solution
The Datalog software continues to integrate with leading fire system brands. The latest includes the Notifier by Honeywell ID3000 Four Loop intelligent alarm panel with 64 ZONE LED user interface. The software also communicates with the NF3000 Fire Control Panel.
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Mimic Driver
The Datalog software has been enhanced to incorporate the Mimic Driver. The Mimic displays a fixed map / drawing in its own window. It is intended to be displayed on its own monitor to act as either a single or multi-site overview.
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Cortech and Vicon Take Charge
Cortech Developments and Vicon have collaborated to provide Cleveland Police with an integrated security system for their recently opened custody suite in Hartlepool.
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Cortech & Bosch Cutting Edge Solutions
Cortech’s Datalog 4 Alarm Management System provides seamless integration with the Bosch range of IP video products including video encoders, decoders and Divars. This integration allows Datalog 4 to show operators live or recorded video, control video decoders (such as a virtual video matrix), provide consecutive camera numbering of encoders and much more besides.
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Visimetrics Integration
The Datalog 4 Security Management System now offers full integration with the Visimetrics range of Digital Video Recorders, including FASTAR, OCTAR and VADER.
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Intercom IP for Remote Sites
Datalog’s integration with Zenitels Stentofon AlphaCom E intercom provides a true Voice over IP solution offering a user friendly graphics based front end solution for remote site management, control and logging of all communications linked with video verification.
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MultiTek Perimeter Detection Integration
Cortech Developments’ EtherTek driver module fully integrates Detection Technologies’ MultiTek Intrusion Detection System with the Datalog 4 security management system.
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Datalog Success At Cardiff University
Cortech Developments have recently installed their Datalog 4 SMS at Cardiff University as part of a large scale security project managed by integrator ADT, which involved online intruder IP integration.
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Pelco Integration
The Datalog 4 Security Management System continues to support a wide range of notable CCTV brands. A recent addition to our portfolio includes an interface with the Pelco range of Digital Video Recorders using the XPortal interface. Models compatible with Datalog include the DX8100 and Endura.
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Netiom Cost Effective Small Scale Solution
Datalog 4 now incorporates a software driver to connect to Netiom UDP Input / Output modules.
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Sophisticated Security Solution For Silverburn
Silverburn, Scotland’s newest shopping destination can make claims to have one of Europe’s most technically advanced security systems with two leading manufacturers, Vicon and Cortech, working closely together to provide a sophisticated video management system.
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Security Centralisation Success At Leeds NHS Trust
International consulting company Faber Maunsell was recently commissioned to provide the design and management of The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust security centralisation project. As part of this major project Cortech Developments were awarded the contract to provide a totally integrated software solution for the Trusts CCTV, access control, intruder and intercom systems by Security Integrator, Garndene Communications.
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New Software Innovation Centre for Cortech
Work on our new business premises is well underway with a view to completion in Spring next year. Following a slow start due to structural problems with the barn building, conversion and rebuilding is now past the foundation stage.
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Geutebruck DVR Integration
Cortech Developments have developed a driver for integrating their Datalog 4 Alarm Management System with the Geutebruck range of Digital Video Recorders. Models compatible with Datalog include; Multiscope II, Multiscope II+, Multiscope III, Reporter and Ge ViScope. Datalog uses the Geutebruck GeViScope SDK Version 4.1.400.45.
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Enhanced Datalog functionality for the ViconNet Digital Platform
Cortech has enhanced the functionality of the Datalog SMS for integration with the ViconNet digital platform from Vicon. The Datalog 4 Alarm Management System can communicate with the ViconNet API version 4 over a TCP/ IP network allowing integration with the Vicon Kollector range of Digital Video Recorders, ViconNet NVRs, ViconNet Video Servers and ViconNet […]
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itv Granada Datalog enhancements
Cortech Developments recently enhanced ITV Granada’s integrated security solution with the addition of CCTV software to it’s existing intruder and fire management system, which we installed in 2006.
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Sharon Bennett joins Cortech
Cortech is delighted to announce the appointment of Sharon Bennett to the post of Business Development Manager for the South of England.
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Cortech Launches Integration Seminars
This one day Integrated Systems Design Seminar is staged at our offices in Thelwall every 2 months and offers designers, system integrators and others an invaluable opportunity to enhance their knowledge and CPD.
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New 3D Map Service
Cortech Developments have strengthened their software proposition with the addition of a new 3D Visual map service.
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New Enhanced Functionality for CCTV
Cortech Developments has enhanced the functionality of Datalog 4 for integration with CCTV.