St. Anthony's College
Installing a modern and discreet security system in an award-winning architectural landmark.
Industry
Education
Services
Fire & Security Systems, Reliable Conferencing & AV
Location
Oxford
Introductory Heading
St Antony’s College is internationally recognised as one of the world’s foremost places for postgraduate studies. Founded in 1950, the college buildings are a mixture of architectural styles, with some dating from the early Victorian era (when they were originally used as a convent) and other buildings completed during the 1960s and 70s.
As part of its ongoing expansion programme, St Anthony’s commissioned award-winning Iraqi-British architect Dame Zaha Hadid to create its new Middle East Centre. One of her last projects before she passed away in March 2016, this project has been recognised by many for its architectural merit and nominated for numerous awards. It won the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) South Award 2016.
The Challenge
St Anthony’s needed an integrated security setup that would keep the building safe, whilst also enabling students and staff freedom to come and go with ease. In addition, they required a state-of-the-art lighting, audio and video conferencing system for the centre’s lecture theatre.
The college was looking for a security expert they could rely on to provide the best equipment available, devise and install a system sympathetic to both new and traditional elements of the building, and who would understand and comply with the needs of the college – safeguarding the building and correctly following educational privacy practices.
The Solution
Chris Lewis Fire & Security designed and installed an integrated intruder alarm, CCTV and access control system. Our sister company, Chris Lewis Smart Home, worked with us on the design and installation of the lecture theatre’s video conferencing, lighting and audio systems.
Galaxy Intruder Alarm System
The Galaxy Dimension integrated intrusion and access system delivers flexible round-the-clock protection with graphical touch-screen control and remote servicing. This easy-to-use installation gave maximum security and free movement within the college with personnel proximity cards.
Axis CCTV System
The Axis mini-dome CCTV cameras are small, discreet and incredibly powerful. Outdoor-ready, HD and 360-degree panoramic view – these compact dome cameras produce megapixel video quality without interfering with the architectural aspects of the college.
The Tech Stack
The system incorporated Axis outdoor-ready HD 360-degree mini-dome CCTV cameras and a Honeywell Galaxy Dimension integrated intruder alarm and access control system.
The Result? A very happy client.
“Your company has provided an invaluable service to us so keep up the good work and I will look forward to doing more business with you.”
Oto Velicka, Maintenance Manager, St Antony’s College
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