ELECTRONIC SECURITY & AUTOMATION SYSTEMS
We offer electronic security and automation systems in the form of Security Cameras/CCTV, Alarms,
Electric Fence, Access Control, Gate and Garage Door Automation.
Electronic security systems help in monitoring and detecting intrusion on a property thereby reducing
risks of losses.
SECURITY CAMERAS/CCTV
Security Cameras/CCTV/Video Surveillance systems are essential on any property as they act as our eyes in places where we cannot reach.
A Closed-Circuit Television camera (CCTV) is a type of surveillance camera that transmits video signals to a specific set of monitors or video recording devices. The term “closed-circuit” indicates that the video feed is only accessible to a limited number of people or devices with authorized access. Security cameras can either be digital (IP) or analogue. IP is our most preferred type.
Our security systems enable one to view cameras of any property from any part of the world through the use of internet. With the ever-improving technology, our security cameras record high quality videos that will aid in detecting actual occurrences.
IP (Internet Protocol) vs Analogue Cameras
Analogue cameras are traditional cameras that have been used in CCTV systems for many years. IP cameras are all digital cameras that are increasingly dominating the market because of their reliability. However analogue cameras are still being installed mainly because of the relatively lower price.
The following are some of the advantages of IP cameras over analogue:
- High video quality
- Higher resolution
- Can work on unlimited distances over IP networks
- Neat and simplified installation
- Video is encrypted and authenticated so transmission is secure.
- IP cameras offer network intelligence and remote manageability
- IP cameras offer more expandability and scalability than analogue cameras because their cabling requirements are less complex.
What to know before getting a CCTV system
Before getting a CCTV system for your home/business, you need to understand the full purpose of security cameras. Your cameras should not act as spy cameras, but should be visible enough to deter intruders and as well as being good recovery tools. Security systems’ main objective is to prevent theft. Statistics show that there is very much less intrusion on properties that have cameras than those without.
The following are some benefits of having security cameras:
- Preventing money/property loss
- Protecting our families
- Ensures customer safety (e.g., Parking and Transaction tracking)
- Protecting innocent personnel
- Improving productivity
- Improving compliance
- Helping with decision making
- Gives a sense of peace of mind
- Monitoring live activity
Some camera features to consider
- Video quality/Resolution
- Remote Monitoring
- Two-way Audio
- Night Vision
- Night Colour Vision
- Cloud Storage
- Motion Alerts
- Wide Dynamic Range
SECURITY ALARMS
Our security alarms protect against burglary (theft) or property damage, as well as against intruders. They make use of sensors to detect intrusion in a property. A property owner is then alerted through the use of a siren and as well as mobile device alerts. Our security alarm systems can also be linked to security (rapid response) companies to attend to intrusions in the shortest time possible.
The following are some benefits of security alarms:
- Detering and discouraging criminal activity
- Protecting property and valuables
- Rapid response
- Lowering insurance cost
- Giving real time alerts and updates
- Providing a more secure workplace
- Helps businesses to focus more on productivity
- Providing peace of mind
ELECTRIC FENCE
A security electric fence is a barrier that uses electric shocks to deter humans and animals from crossing a boundary. The voltage of the shock may have effects ranging from discomfort to death. Most electric fences are important for our properties to ensure high level security is achieved.
Electric fences are perimeter detection solutions that have the following benefits and advantages:
- Physical barrier
- Psychological deterrent
- Cost-effective systems
- Crucial for the response time
- Integration with sirens, alarms, and lighting
- Remote monitoring and control
- Automated monitoring
Maintaining your electric fence
- Check your electric fence regularly for damaged, broken or corroded wires, and damaged insulators.
- Prune trees and shrubs regularly to ensure that foliage does not touch the electric fence wires, and remove any dead insects or other debris from inside the insulators that could ground the wires.
- Ensure that the fence wires’ tension is correct. If the wires are earthing, the fence will short and cause false alarms.
- Remember that you need to replace the energiser battery regularly.
- Physically check that the electric fence zones correspond with the zone display.
- Test your electric fence regularly to make sure the alarm activates.
ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROL
Contrary to the mechanical lock and key systems, which are the simplest form of building access control, electronic access control are digital systems that control access to enter or exit a secured space. This typically includes locked gates, doors or barriers which can be opened using identity authentication methods such RFID access cards, pin codes, face recognition, finger prints or smartphones to allow entry to a building or certain area. This technology can also provide data to track how a building or site is being used, such as frequency and time-usage trends.
Why use an electronic access control system instead of keys?
- Keys can easily get lost
- Keys are much easier to duplicate
- Keys don’t leave an audit trail
- Keys are difficult to manage
Benefits of electronic access control systems
- Increase Ease of Access for Employees
- Get Rid of Traditional Keys
- Save Money and Energy
- Keep Track of Who Comes and Goes
- Protect Against Unwanted Visitors
- Give Employees the Freedom to Work When They Need To
- Prevent Against Data Breaches
- Create a safe work environment
- Reduce theft and accidents
- Provide access to multiple buildings and locations
