Real-Time Monitoring and Response

There are multiple challenges associated with securing the perimeters of large facilities. In a previous issue we examined some of these challenges, and now we will consider others and how to mitigate them.

By: Brad Martin, Director Product Management, Senstar

Maintaining real-time monitoring capabilities across a large site can be an obstacle. Delays in identifying and responding to security threats can be a real problem.

Senstar solutions provide immediate and precise information on security threats:

• Immediately locate intrusions to within a few meters or feet and graphically display results to local or remote security operation centers.
• Manage videofrom all major camera manufacturers via ONVIF standards.
• Provide guard stations with centrally managed video feeds via compact network video appliances.
• Empower response forces with real-time data on their mobile phones, including live camera feeds and active alarms.
• Track person and vehicle activity with outdoor-optimized video analytics.

Cost

A major challenge associated with securing large facilities is a lack of power and networking infrastructure along the perimeter, especially at remote locations located away from main buildings or daily activity. Any solution that requires the installation of new power and networking cabling will quickly drive up costs. In addition to the upfront cost, maintaining in-field equipment may increase operating costs if it is not designed for long-term deployment in extreme environmental conditions.

Senstar intrusion detection sensors are designed to reduce installation and operating costs. Our products are rigorously tested across their entire service life at our outdoor test facility where they experience extreme temperatures and all-weather conditions.

Depending on requirements, Senstar offers several cost-effective solutions:

• FiberPatrol: Suitable for both fence and buried applications, this fiber optic sensor requires no active in-field components. Its fiber optic cables have a lifespan of 20+ years and a single unit can cover perimeters up to 80 km in length. In addition, its unused fibers can be repurposed to provide networking for other perimeter equipment such as cameras.
• FlexZone: A cost-effective intrusion detection solution for fences, FlexZone reduces infield infrastructure requirements by carrying networking and power over its sensor cables. Each processor covers a distance of up to 600 m and up to 5 processors can share a single low-voltage power supply.
• OmniTrax: A covert, buried solution, OmniTrax reduces infield infrastructure requirements by carrying networking and power over its sensor cable. Each processor covers a distance of up to 800 m per sensor processor and up to 3 processors can share a single low-voltage power supply.

Balancing security and access

Ensuring daily operations while maintaining security is a critical requirement. When security becomes complex, the likelihood of processes being ignored may increase. This risk can be minimized via careful consideration of processes combined with technology solutions:

• Senstar intrusion detection sensors with ranging capabilities allow for authorized activity at high-volume areas like gates while maintaining 24/7 protection at adjacent segments or zones.
• Monitor employee access via integrated electronic access control (EAC).
• Access for authorized personnel can be streamlined via face recognitionand automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) video analytics. In addition to speeding up access, the data can be used to as part of logistics risk management and automation systems.