The London-based security specialists have worked with Silverstone for a number of years and were called in to complete the installation of the CCTV network into a new race control centre.

Silverstone’s new control centre is located in the new wing and they required all CCTV control to be duplicated in the new suite and integrated within FIA controls. This highly complicated installation needed to be completed prior to the British Grand Prix in July.

iC2 converted 32 trackside cameras from analogue signal to an Avigilon IP platform connected to a ten terabyte server with supporting software.

All of the cameras can now be viewed via an Eyevis monitor controller and displayed on twelve 42 inch plasma screens.

The contract was completed in just three weeks and enabled Silverstone Race Control to operate dual control points and simultaneously run two races at the same time.

iC2’s Technical Director Danny Collins worked closely with Silverstone on the project. He said: This was a technically – very challenging installation. We had to convert analogue protocol and telemetry to digital and also make sure that both control centres were in sync. We had a tight deadline and our team performed magnificently. I’m very proud of what we achieved.”

Commenting on iC2’s contribution, Silverstone’s venue supervisor Jim Reid said: “What a stunning display of teamwork and dedication to duty to ensure that we had all available cameras up and running for the weekend’s race meeting.  From the trench works to the final terminations you all played a critical role.”

He continues: “Whatever was thrown at you last week was overcome, from broken ducts to cable management problems and difficult ground conditions, nothing was insurmountable. The fact that the engineers from iC2 refused to leave site on Thursday night until everything was checked and left operational was truly commendable. Knowing how much work was carried out “out of hours” due to track usage makes this achievement even more impressive.”

Sixteen x 16 megapixel Avigilon cameras were installed pitch-side. They allow Chelsea’s security team to monitor and play back workable footage from every seat in the stadium in close detail and without any loss of quality or compression artefacts.

The image resolution is of such a high level that it allows facial identification of every single spectator and provides indisputable evidence of any misdemeanour.

In order to cope with such huge amounts of data, iC2 have installed an Avigilon Control Centre with High Definition Stream Management (HDSM). According to Avigilon, this award winning video management platform delivers full situation awareness and indisputable detail, leading to faster response times, reduced investigation times, and superior overall protection.

The recording capability of the new system is exceptional. The system has the capacity to record and store up to 80 terrabytes of data.

Phase one of the installation included cabling, siting the sixteen cameras, installing the control centre software and upgrading the existing monitors to high-definition plasma screens.

Commenting on the Chelsea project, iC2’s Managing Director Andrew Whelan said: “this is by far the most sophisticated CCTV surveillance system ever installed into a UK sports stadium.”

He continues: “iC2 has an enviable track record within sporting facilities security. The Chelsea project sets a benchmark for all stadia in the future and confirms iC2’s position as a forerunner in the CCTV industry seting us apart from other installers as a leader in cutting edge technology.”

Nigel Lockett, Security Manager, Manchester Arndale Centre

Keane Herman, Security Manager, Hamleys

John Hasler, Director, David Miles & Partners

Hamleys is one of the world’s most famous toy stores. Founded 250 years ago and carrying a royal warrant, it fills seven floors in its flagship Regent Street store and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors all year round.

Hamleys Toy Store - London

Having taken over the maintenance of their CCTV system, IC2 carried out extensive works to the 70 camera system and conduct regular preventative maintenance visits.

Commenting on the improvements to Hamleys CCTV system, security manager Keane Herman said: “The main reason I chose iC2 was the level of service they offered and the professionalism of their engineers. I felt they provided a personal service and highly qualified and efficient engineers. I went away from the big name providers because of the inconsistency with maintenance and the lack of a personal service. I’m very happy we brought in iC2.”