Siemens Embraces Integrated Security for Airports

There is much talk of “integrated security,” but when it comes to protecting an airport, this is undoubtedly the most effective approach to take. It is about recognizing all the threats throughout the process rather than looking at them simply in isolation, from securing the perimeter through to preventing thefts from the car parks, efficient and transparent passenger processing, luggage and cargo screening procedures and on to general airport operation and air transport management. This integrated approach can also be adopted with other building management elements, such as fire protection, energy management and automation systems for the control of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), and in the protection of power supplies and low voltage distribution. read more