Released on: October 8, 2007, 10:31 am

Press Release Author: DerwentCCTV.com

Industry: Construction

Press Release Summary: Derwent, industry leaders in the field of active infrared
solutions, announce the launch of AEGIS - meaning \'protected by\' - the world's first
intelligent IR illuminators*.


Press Release Body: Cramlington, UK
Derwent, industry leaders in the field of active infrared solutions, announce the
launch of AEGIS - meaning protected by - the world's first intelligent IR
illuminators*.
This breakthrough innovation solves a long standing problem common with all LED
based IR illuminators, the degradation of LEDs over time. LED degradation results in
poor infrared performance, grainy snowy images and reduced illumination range, in
fact, this can be as much as 20% the specified range in as little as six months. To
combat this Derwent engineers have developed Constant LightT* technology, which
automatically compensates for this natural degradation to deliver a constant level
of lighting performance throughout the life of the illuminator, guaranteed for five
years, ensuring the lamp continues to deliver the specified optical output levels
throughout its operational life.
Another industry first is the inclusion of a 12V DC / 24V AC power supply unit (PSU)
contained directly within the IR head, allowing for easier installation with no
unsightly PSU boxes to detract from the aesthetics of the environment.
AEGIS illuminators feature Derwent's award winning Black DiamondT technology,
providing High-FidelityT Even Illumination across the whole scene and the highest
quality surface mount LEDs to ensure extra long life.
For more information see www.DerwentCCTV.com
* Constant LightT and Intelligent IR patents pending
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About Derwent Systems Ltd
UK manufacturer Derwent Systems Ltd are widely acknowledged as the industry leaders
in the field of active infrared and number plate capture solutions. Field proven
over a sixteen-year history forged on engineering excellence, Derwent products are
specified by top consultants for their \"industry leading\" technology, uncompromising
performance and ability to deliver outstanding imaging results in the most
challenging of conditions.
Derwent's capability for meeting the exacting requirements of today's security
professionals has led to the development of a complete range of leading halogen bulb
based and LED based infrared illumination solutions, including its best selling
UF500, UFLED and SuperLED units. Recent advances in infrared technology from the
company include; Black DiamondT awarded the \"Best New Video Device\" by the Security
Industry Association at ISC West 2007 and the AEGIS range which incorporate
innovations in design and technology to produce the world's first Intelligent IR
illuminators.
Derwent's complete range of number plate capture solutions REGT, are deployed for
critical security and ITS applications worldwide and have proven successful in
overcoming the many obstacles effective number plate capture entails. REGT captures
the number plate consistently, reliably and regardless of speed, lighting or the
weather conditions.
Derwent Systems Ltd is led by Peter Beare, Managing Director of Extreme CCTV's
European Operations. Derwent's UK-based manufacturing facilities are certified to
ISO 9002, and are a centre of excellence for the design, development and manufacture
of high performance infrared and number plate capture solutions. .
See the latest product range at http://www.derwentcctv.com/home/index.php?id=11 and
watch the performance footage at http://www.derwentcctv.com/home/index.php?id=14
Key Markets
 Defence: Army, Navy, RAF, NATO
 High Security Police HQ's: Embassies, Airports, Critical Infrastructures,
Government Buildings
 Marine Environments: Ports, Seafronts, Harbours,
 Architectural: National Heritage Buildings, Modern Architecture,
International Landmarks, Residential, Commercial
 Traditional CCTV: Town Centres, Car Parks, Traffic and Highways Monitoring,
Shopping Centres, Schools
 Rapid Deployment: Police Vehicles, Building Site Security, Perimeter Security
 ITS: Traffic Monitoring, Congestion Charging, Traffic and Highways
Monitoring, Average Speed Enforcement - Temporary and Fixed Installations, Access
Control
 System Upgrades for 24/7 Operability
About Extreme CCTV
Vancouver based Extreme CCTV was founded in1997 by current President and CEO, Jack
Gin. During its ten years of consecutive revenue-growth, Extreme has established
itself as a leading name in the global security industry, with a strong reputation
for excellence and in-house engineering expertise in precision engineered
electro-optics. Extreme has well-established sales channels and a global sales
reach, serving defence, Homeland Security, prisons, commercial and residential
surveillance, town centres and transit hubs. Emerging markets for the company
include petrochemical (Hazloc), ITS, biometrics, customs/border patrol, ports,
harbours and parking.
Extreme acquired Derwent Systems Ltd. in 2001 and Forward Vision Ltd in 2006.
Extreme also has an investment in Obzerv Technologies Inc.
Extreme placed an Initial Public Offering in 2002 and was listed on the Toronto
Stock Exchange in 2003. They achieved their first Canadian $12 million quarter
earlier this year (Q2-2007).
See the Extreme CCTV product range at www.ExtremeCCTV.com
DERWENT SYSTEMS LTD.
Derwent House, Colbourne Crescent,
Nelson Park Industrial Estate, Cramlington,
Northumberland, NE23 1WB
Company Registration Number: 3009842
Registered Address: 1 St James Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE99 1YQ



Web Site: http://www.derwentCCTV.com

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