April 2007
Isle Systems announces that it will be launching Safe Area Manager at IFSEC 2007. Safe Area Manager is the latest addition to the range of personnel safety and security products developed by Isle Systems. Using a blend of the latest RFID technology and advanced software development, Safe Area Manager provides organisations with the tools to increase the safety and security of their personnel, reduce down time costs and increase productivity. In the event of a building or site evacuation, Safe Area Manager provides management and security personnel, fire marshals etc.. with up to date information about who is safe and who is still missing. For more information please visit us at Stand 5075, Hall 6, IFSEC 2007.
April 2007
In April 2007, Zavas, a leading safety and security product supplier in Slovenia partnered with Isle Systems. This partnership will provide customers in Slovenia and Coratia with localised support and installation for the PPS and related products.
March 2007
Court services implement multiple PPS servers to protect their lone workers. Utilising the TPA feature in the PPS, lone workers for the court services are now better protected while carrying out their day to day duties.
March 2007
In March 2007 a local authority implemented the PPS and GEOvAssist "Man Down" devices to help protect their workers who operate in remote rural areas. In the event of an accident the GEOvAssist device will automatically activate and transmit it position to the PPS. The PPS then automatically alerts managers and colleagues about the alert and provides them with detailed mapping on their phones and PC screens.
February 2007
An east coast UK council implemented the PPS using TPA for it's lone workers. They also are utilising quick/speed dial features on mobile phones to generate Red Alerts on the PPS. This has enabled them to install a lone worker safety system cost effectively. It has also removed their requirement to pay monitoring fees for each of their lone workers.
October 25th -26th 2006
In partnership with SIEMENS Communications Ireland, Isle Systems will be exhibiting at the Safety & Health Exhibition, Stand E9 in the RDS, Dublin on the 25th and 26th of October 2006. We will be demonstrating all of our current products and launching two new products, FireLink and SRVAssist at the show.
Isle Systems' partner wins "Best Security Innovation' award"
October 11th 2006
Identicom (IDProtect) won the coveted 'Best Security Innovation' award at the 2006 Security Excellence Awards held at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London.
A record 15 entries were received for the award, which was whittled down to six finalists that included amongst others Chubb Security Personnel, Panasonic and Carlisle Security. Identicom was chosen by an eminent panel of judges consisting of Alan Hyder, Editor of Security Installer; Alex Carmichael, BSIA; Geoff Tate, Security Systems & Alarm Inspection Board; Peter French, SSR Personnel Services; John Alan, International Institute of Security and Ray Ashby ADI-Gardner Security. The panel said: “Connexion2’s Identicom solutions means that lone workers are never really alone. There is always someone instantly available to listen when problems arise and provide instant assistance. This is an excellent solution".
Isle Systems launches GEOvAssist
July 2006
GEOvAssist has the same functionality as GEOAssist but also includes an orientation sensor which will detect if the wearer has collapsed. If the wearer is beyond 45 degrees from vertical for 45 seconds (default setting, configurable), GEOvAssist will first warn the wearer by beeping and/or vibrating and then automatically send a "Loss Of Verticality" alert with the persons GPS position (Longitude & Latitude).
Isle Protect (UK) Showcases Personnel Protection Systems
May 2006
Isle Protect showcases Isle Systems' technologically advanced Safety and Security Systems at The Safety and Health Exhibition,The NEC Birmingham 9th -11th May - Stand number N64. www.safety-health-expo.co.uk
Isle Systems launches GEOAssist
April 2006
GEOAssist is small, light weight and cost effective personal safety device that incorporates a GSM phone and GPS receiver. The combination of these two technologies provides exact positioning of a person in the event of an alert without the need to record your location first. For users worried about personal tracking, GEOAssist can have tracking of the device disabled (Certified by Isle Systems). If this mode is chosen the device will only send it's location in the event of an alert
Heineken Ireland Choose Isle Systems' Personnel Protection System to protect Loneworkers.
March 2006
Heineken Ireland chose the PPS over legacy wireless systems for Loneworker protection in their brewing facility. The decision to implement the system was based on coverage at the facility and ease of installation. Using the latest available technology to address Health and Safety issues helps Heineken Ireland make the workplace safer for workers.
South Tipperary County Council chooses Loneworker Safety Solution from IsleSystems for water services staff.
February 2006
Water Services workers commonly work alone, and at all hours in remote locations. By deploying Isle Systems' LWD (LoneWorker Down) devices and the Personnel Protection System Loneworkers now have the ability to raise an alert if they fall victim of an accident. Employers can now address their legal and moral duty of care using technology to make the workplace safer. Some of the beneficiaries of Personnel Protection System within Local Authorities are : Water Services Workers, Environmental Wardens, Traffic Wardens, Rate Collectors , Housing Maintenance employees.
Galway City Council Chooses Loneworker Safety Solution from Isle Systems for vulnerable staff
January 2006
Local Authorities employ many types of workers who commonly work alone, and at all hours. These individuals are constantly dealing with the public. While delivering a service they often face verbal and physical aggression. Employers can now address their legal and moral duty of care using technology to make the workplace safer.Some of the beneficiaries of IDProtect and the Personnel Protection System within Local Authorities are : Water Services Workers, Environmental Wardens, Traffic Wardens, Rate Collectors , Housing Maintenance employees.
Geonix Tracking partners with Isle Systems
September 7th 2005
Isle Systems and Geonix Tracking have entered into a new reseller agreement under which Geonix Tracking will market Isle Systems’ Personnel Protection System.
Geonix Tracking a world leader in asset tracking has years of experience in developing advanced tracking, monitoring, surveillance and protection solutions covering a wide range of government, military, commercial and personal applications. Geonix Tracking will provide sales, strategic product support, training, and implementation support to PPS users in the Middle East and Africa.
“This strategic partnership strengthens our offering to organisations operating the demanding and often remote environments of the Middle East, North Africa and parts of Asia’, said David Bland CEO of Geonix Tracking. “The Personnel Protection System enables a rapid informed response to the most serious of events without the costs associated with running a traditional monitoring centre; it also provides an ideal compliment to a number of our existing and forthcoming tracking and personnel security devices”.
“This new partnership is part of our plan to explore new markets and expedites our growth and expansion," said John Bateman Director of Isle Systems. “Geonix Tracking markets and supports its products across over 100 countries”.
This new partnership coincides with Geonix Tracking’s participation at GITEX, the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition in Dubai this month.
Isle Systems partners with Connexion2 to bring Lone worker protection to Ireland
July 5th 2005
Isle Systems is today announcing a strategic partnership with Connexion2, the developer of Identicom, the technologically advanced system for protecting vulnerable workers. Under the agreement, Isle Systems is reselling and providing implementation services around Connexion2’s systems to both public and private sectors throughout Ireland.
The deal brings the benefits of Connexion2’s Identicom device and Isle Systems’ Personnel Protection System to organisations throughout the country, providing them with ready access to the very latest advances in Lone worker protection.
“To deliver the latest technology to the Irish market, we look to partner with worldwide leaders who understand the need for rapid deployment and out-of-the-box functionality,” said John Bateman, Director of Isle Systems “With Connexion2 we have such a partnership. We utilise their knowledge and experience with Lone Workers to improve our offerings. We look forward to continuing to work together to help our customers create a safer working environment through technology.”
“We’re seeing widespread adoption of Identicom across industry internationally,” commented Craig Swallow, CEO of Connexion2. “To support that growth, we are focused on working closely with key partners who can help us to bring the benefits of Identicom to their clients. Isle Systems are helping leading organizations in Ireland make their working environment safer. By building a close relationship with Isle Systems, we can deliver those same organizations with all the advantages of Identicom. As demand for our products continues to grow, Connexion2 is committed to putting in place a global network of partners that will help us continue our aggressive growth and expansion.”
Isle Systems launches PPS (Personnel Protection System)
April 6th 2005
Isle Systems Launches the Personnel Protection System at Security Expo 2005 at Citywest, Dublin, Ireland. The secret of PPS is that the system uses mobile phone technology to “Record, Relay & Respond” to messages and acts as an automated 24/7 Lone Worker alarm monitoring centre without any monitoring costs.
PPS is easy to use, the user carries a gsm based personal safety device either overtly or covertly. When a threat appears the user will press a 'panic button' on the device. Once activated the PPS begins to record and listen in to the sounds within the proximity of the device, Collecting vital evidence. A response service can then be activated.
Personnel Protect Server is the most effective 24/7 Mobile Panic Alarm monitoring station in the world.
