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Building Management Systems (BMS), sometimes called a Building Automation System (BAS), is a computer-based system installed to control and monitor a building’s electrical equipment such as ventilation, lighting, energy, fire systems, and security systems. It consists of software and hardware. A BMS is crucial to managing demand for energy in a cost-effective way and essential to all new builds. It allows owners and landlords of buildings to reduce energy costs and provide optimum comfort for users, tenants and residents of the buildings. It allows remote management of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) so that maintenance staff do not have to spend time visiting each building or room to shut down, switch on or adjust temperature levels or air conditioning. The primary function of building management systems is most often to control the HVAC, heating, and ventilation systems, but there are other functions as well. The main components of a building management system and their basic functionalities are as follows: HVAC: maintain a specified air state with regard to temperature and humidity; control fans and dampers; control air handling units and fan coil units. [...]

ATEX two-way radios and accessories are mandatory requirements to keep workers safe in certain environments. The ATEX approval process requires that electrical equipment such as two-way radios meets rigorous safety standards in hazardous areas, where a spark could react with gasses in the air to cause an explosion. ATEX-approved equipment is also known as being "intrinsically safe". In the case of two-way radios, "intrinsically safe" means the device is safe to use where the presence of a spark, heat or flame could otherwise create a safety hazard. Intrinsically safe, ATEX-approved radios are manufactured to very stringent requirements to reduce or eliminate the risk of generating even the tiniest spark. They must also limit the heat produced by the device. From the radio-casing to the batteries they use, everything is constructed with safety in mind. There are many situations where radios are critical to effective operations, yet standard two-way radios could make a hazardous environment even more dangerous. Emergency scenes attended by fire, ambulance and police services Oil rigs and refineries Gas mains Coal mines Chemical plants Engine rooms Factories Airports Intrinsically safe, ATEX handheld [...]

Smart devices like phones and tablets are the most common form of push-to-talk (PTT) device today. Users install push-to-talk apps on the devices, then use a hard (physical) button or soft (in-app) button to communicate. for key workers like dispatchers, the ideal push-to-talk device is the desktop computer. While PTT is used mostly by workers in the field, they often need to coordinate with workers at desks. Within a number of industries, the success of a company’s operations relies on workers being able to communicate effectively and quickly, between distant sites, with a number of different parties at any time. The traditional method of communication in such environments is the Push-to-talk radio station, also known as the ‘walkie-talkie’, which has its advantages over a traditional cellphone or landline because of the direct, instant communication using radio frequencies, which was free of charge to the users. There are however drawbacks of this old technology, including range, number of speakers, security of the network, and the burden of having to carry an additional device. However, now devices are ready to use third party PTT-applications over mobile [...]

With the increasing demand for car parks in every sector, ensuring all the cars are fitted effectively has become extremely important. However, there are instances when finding an empty spot in a huge car park gets difficult. This makes the entire parking process frustrating as motorists have to spend considerable time driving around a car park aimlessly, looking for a vacant space to park their vehicles. Nevertheless, technology advancements have provided a solution to this hassle known as Parking Guidance System. These systems are designed specifically for motorists to find their way through the car park. This way, parking guidance systems facilitate a safer and more efficient parking process. What is a Parking Guidance System? A Parking Guidance System is a form of technology that provides motorists with real-time information concerning the availability and occupation of parking spots in a car parking facility. It acts as an advanced car counting or vehicle detection technology that facilitates vehicle circulation within a car park. It provides dynamic data to facilitate vehicle circulation within a car park. Although these are typically seen in multi-storey car parks, they can be used in different locations [...]

In the modern environment, car parking barriers are necessary for the entrance at any  new residential, industrial, commercial or leisure development. With ever increasing usage of cars on our roads in Saudi Arabia Kingdom, automatic barriers for parking provision is essential in order to provide the essential control required to ensure efficient operation of all parking facilities. Whatever the industry, purpose or premises, there is a huge range of efficiently engineered car park barrier systems to choose from. These can help restrict areas, control traffic, improve security, and keep car park spaces open and reserved for only authorized personnel. What Are the Benefits of Car Park Barriers? There are many benefits of car park barriers. Some of the most prominent ones include: Preventing unauthorized access to a car park, Stopping people who have not paid for their parking from driving away, Improving the flow of traffic into and out of a car park, Preventing cars from driving into and out of a parking facility at high speeds, Making car parks safe by preventing cars from driving into pedestrians or other cars, Restricting access to [...]

Jeddah Season 2022 was launched in coordination with the National Events Center to include various activities on several regions. Jeddah Season management announced the events in a press conference held on April 9, 2022 in the presence of the media and the Season’s partners from government agencies. The events include Arab and international concerts, plays, exhibitions, entertainment games, interactive experiences, and much more.   To facilitate the coordination process between team members in these events, and under the umbrella of Silah Company, Al-Shareef Security Group provided 600 communication devices for team management to the areas of City Walk, Jeddah Yacht Club, Jeddah Superdome, and Jeddah Pier, and tested the devices, operated them and delivered them to the area’s management duly.   Al-Shareef Security Group is the importer of the Chinese company Enrico. Its devices are characterized by sound clarity, ease of use, safety and reliability. These devices rely on the "push to talk" feature, which enables the user to use the mobile device as a wireless device that can communicate with a person or a group. The devices have specifications adapting to the rapid [...]