Infra-Red Beams work by sending a modulated beam of infra-red light from a transmitter to a receiver. When an object appears and interrupts a signal, the receiver sends an alarm signal to a control panel by means of a dry contact relay. It is important to point out that this will occur only if the “intruder” interrupts all beams at the same time, so that no signal from any of the beams reaches any of the lenses of the receiver. Only in that case an alarm would be generated. Why? In order to reduce false alarms generated by the previously mentioned external agents, heavy fog, snowfall, etc.

To ensure an optimal detection, it is very important not only to protect, but also to set up the beams correctly and for this purpose Bunker Seguridad has designed the easyPack prewired beam tower, with all the basic elements already installed, wired and perfectly organised inside. This way you reduce considerably the installation time and costs. For instance, if you have to relocate staff to the place where you want to protect the perimeter, this entails relocation expenses, maintenance costs, etc. The less time the technical staff spends installing the perimeter security system, the greater the optimization with lower costs and fewer installation errors.

We install TAKEX infrared beams inside, to ensure stablility, accurate detection, low false alarm rate and a very long service life. This qualities make TAKEX one of the most prestigious Japanese security equipment manufacturers. TAKEX Photoelectric Beam Sensors offer a complete protection based on Double Modulation, Tuning Amplifier and Phase Locked Loop (PLL) systems technologies. The combination of features and reliability ensures unrivalled tolerance against direct or reflected sunlight, vehicle headlights and other light sources.

In addition, easyPack prewired beam towers are adapted to the requirements of each installation. Both, beam towers’ format and the number and model of sensors included can be chosen. Single-sided and double-sided options are available for ground or wall mounting. All you have to do is to fix the tower to the floor or wall, wire the power supply, place the frequency on the barriers and align them according to the instructions. Have a look at some possible configurations here.

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Laser-Watch®- GJD515 detector is successfully used in a variety of fields such as perimeter protection, boat detection, stakeout operations, electrical substations monitoring, etc.

Boat detection

Since GJD Laser-Watch® products are designed for stable operation in harsh marine environments and the sensors work without reflectors, they create virtual fences over water surfaces or alongside the deck of a vessel. It detects all the boats that are entering or leaving the harbour in order to reduce the risk of boat and engine thefts, regardless of weather or light conditions.

Perimeter protection

GJD Laser-Watch technology guarantees high levels of detection efficiency, which remains unaffected by extreme changes in the weather. Unlike many conventional solutions that may activate a false alarm by misreading the changing weather patterns, laser detectors do not translate minor changes into potential threats.

In addition, it enables the monitoring and localisation of intrusions in areas and installations where physical fences are not desirable, feasible or where enhanced security is required. Laser sensors operate without reflectors and react in fractions of a second. Laser-Watch knows the exact position of an object.

How does the laser detector Laser-Watch® works

Eye safe invisible infra-red laser pulses are emitted from the sensor at 400Hz. If an object appears in the line of sight, it will generate reflections; the sensor detects those reflections and the precise location of the object creating them. It uses IP connectivity and very low power. Alarm settings are extremely adaptable. For example, the sensor can be set to react only on cars in a specific lane and alarm if an object has stopped or if a door opens, whilst ignoring all over activities.

Main features

• Up to 500 metre range, no reflector required
• Near zero false alarm rate
• Heavy duty water proof design
• Virtual fence able to trigger alarm and camera recording
• Fully adaptable alarm zones to meet any situation
• Intuitive and powerful web based user interface
• IP alarms and relay output
• Power over Ethernet

For more detailed information, please contact us.

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As perimeter security professionals, we are well aware of the requirements of good perimeter detection. For residential use we recommend Bunker Security’s beam towers, concealed and camouflaged in lampposts and garden lights. These towers are designed in different formats, and we can deliver them separately or in combination with the most durable beams on the market, TAKEX beams.  We can even deliver them pre-configured and pre-wired with the desired combinations of beams adapted (easyPack family from Bunker Seguridad).

Photoelectric Beams

The different models of infrared perimeter beams are perfectly compatible with each other, with an optimal result both aesthetically and functionally. Many combinations and configurations can be made, including among models from the residential and the industrial ranges, when necessary.

Urban security involves tackling burglary, theft, vandalism and the most effective way to do this is through early detection and deterrence.

Over many years, TAKEX has successfully designed, perfected and verified the performance of its infrared barriers. Strict quality control and rigorous testing, applied at every stage of production, ensure that all TAKEX products have a hard-to-beat lifetime. In addition, thanks to the combination of a double modulated beam with a tuning amplifier and Phase Locked Loop (PLL) system, photoelectric beam sensors designed and manufactures by TAKEX provide complete perimeter protection like no other.

Video analytics for perimeter detection

Although more and more video surveillance cameras are being installed in neighbourhoods and municipalities, sometimes the only function they are used for is to record assaults or burglaries that occur. However, it is always better to prevent crime, and to achieve this, intelligent video analysis can be added to video surveillance systems and combined with intrusion detection systems, based on beam towers.

Advanced video analytics optimise the efficiency of the installed security system and allow us to detect intrusions in controlled spaces, before damage or loss occurs. Video analysis is based on software installed on hardware equipment that allows autonomous, advanced real-time analysis of images that are being captured by the cameras. Then a camera ceases to be a passive part of the security system to detect suspicious events and to trigger the planned actions.

Tempos Analytics offers solutions that are compatible with the main VMS on the market, as well as with visual, thermal and dual cameras. Especially noteworthy is the possibility of combining intelligent video analysis with existing perimeter system detectors, as well as the advantage of being able to choose between various types of hardware depending on the needs and requirements of the project. The flexibility of the configuration and licences combination facilitates the creation of much more intuitive, accurate and automated surveillance systems. In addition, number plate recognition licences for parking management or access control can be added to the same hardware.

Other sensors

Depending on the particularities of the site to be protected, the security system may incorporate other outdoor and indoor sensors to complement the protection adding further functionality and detection zones. For example, PIR detectors can de used to detect intrusión, turn/ switch cameras or actívate alarms.

For more information about photoelectric beams, sensors, video analytics and other type of security solutions, please contact us.

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Solar farms are systems of solar photovoltaic panels that often cover large areas of land in rural areas, which makes essential to place effective perimeter protection. The Company GJD was commissioned to manufacture reliable security lighting to work in conjunction with the video surveillance system at a solar farm in Cambridgeshire to provide optimum security.

The farm required an intelligent detection lighting and video surveillance solution for a 13MW PV installation. Key specifications for the project included reliable security lighting, even in adverse weather conditions, precisely angled lighting and up to 95 metres lighting range. Given the type of the project, it was also very important that the lighting selected had very low energy consumption without compromising on quality or efficiency.

GJD worked closely with AGE CCTV Systems and the solar park project manager to select the most suitable security lighting. After careful consideration it was decided that the Infra-Red Clarius® IM illuminator was the perfect lighting solution as it is specifically designed to provide world class leading performance, long lifetime and ultra-low maintenance.

The director of AGE CCTV Systems Gary Whiteman commented: “AGE choose Clarius® LED illuminators from GJD to complement our CCTV system as it provides competitively priced, high performance LED lighting in a rural environment “.

Combining surface mount LEDs with enhanced optical output and excellent reliability, the Infra-Red Clarius® IM illuminator enables high quality night-time images and works in conjunction with black and white or day and night cameras to emit light invisible to the human eye, but fully visible to the video surveillance camera. Each unit is installed with integrated control circuitry to carefully control the LED output, so it emits a uniform illumination for the solar farm and it is designed to have an operational lifetime of over 10 years.

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The need to establish secure and reliable environments is becoming more important, so that employees can be connected to the corporate network from any remote location and have access to all the resources they need. To accomplish it without exposing the company’s data, we use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and devices that create a virtual “tunnel” between communication endpoints, so the data travels encrypted.

What does a Virtual Private Network provide?

A VPN brings confidentiality, integrity and security of data transmission, which is crucial, especially if you have to manage confidential information or sensitive data. VPNs are becoming increasingly popular, even in private environments, because they are the most versatile professional solution for secure data sharing.

What are the most important features a VPN should have?

A VPN needs to block any attempt by unauthorised people to access, read, block or alter the contents of your internet connections. These tasks are achieved by hiding the entirety of all of the data and connection administration information that passes between your computer and the web servers with which it communicates. This is accomplished by encryption. If an outsider, scraper, bot or other kind of abusive traffic tries to access our connection, all it will be able to do is read the encrypted data, without any possibility of getting to the real information we are sending.

At first place, you need a private and secure connection and to ensure that, you have to use powerful cryptographic algorithms such as AES, Blowfish, Camelia, etc. The security of the encryption also depends on the size of the keys and the most used are 128, 192 and 256 bits.

Even though a VPN can be created using software solutions, hardware solutions are less vulnerable to possible attacks and transmission problems. They are also more reliable. We recommend ThruLink^TM devices from KBC Networks, which stand out for their rugged design and optimized transmission performance.

What other advantages does a connection managed by ThruLink^TM provide?

• The quality of KBC Networks’ devices is always very high, in the case of ThruLink^TM that assures good resistance, reliability and quality of the connection.
• In addition, the connection established with the server is completely encrypted. You can choose from a long list of encryptions: AES:128/192/256bits, Blowfish: 128/196/256bits, Camellia: 128/196/256bits, SHA1, SHA256, RSA: 128/196/256bits, FIPS: 140-2.
• On the other hand, unlike the vast majority of companies that offer this service, ThruLink^TM does not require the recurrent recurring license fees, nor maintenance.
• The systems created with ThruLink^TM are scalable and easy to configure.
• Signals can be transmitted over either private and public networks.
• The multiple failover capability ensures a stable connection.

What do I need to have an encrypted connection with ThruLink^TM?

You need an Internet connection (via cable, Wireless or a SIM card), one device at the work site, one device at each remote location where you want to make a secure connection and one computer for device configuration purposes only.

It is important to note that the installation of the equipment is very simple and does not require advanced computer or network knowledge.

In situations such as the one we are currently experiencing, where it is imperative to protect the health of employees, without interrupting customer service, we promote and recommend teleworking.

For more detailed and personalised information on this device and its applications, please contact us.

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Since a video surveillance device depends on reflected light, surfaces that have a higher reflection coefficient will allow the device to display images better. More light is needed to reproduce quality images near dark surfaces (e.g. asphalt) than to lighter surfaces (concrete). It is highly recommended to replace old lighting with LEDs and depending on the type of cameras being used, white light or infrared LED illuminators can be added.

GJD’s Clarius infrared LED illuminators, marketed by Bunker Seguridad Electrónica S.L., work in conjunction with black and white or day and night cameras. Their advanced technology provides uniform and constant illumination, maximising camera performance and ensuring high quality images. In addition, they have a long service life and very low maintenance.

Elliptical beam profiles allow more light to be delivered to the area where it is needed, so distances can be extended and the waste of light minimised. The system also helps to avoid overexposure of foreground objects. The interchangeable lens diffuser kit allows the user to quickly and easily modify the illuminator’s field of view to suit the camera.

The Clarius® Plus IP is a high performance infrared illuminator incorporating the latest surface mount LEDs with enhanced optical output and exceptional reliability. The night-time images obtained with such assistance are of high sharpness and quality, while the devices hardly suffer any changes over time, thanks to the CleanLITE® technology of the lens coating that provides self-cleaning and improves the device’s resistance.

The images captured and recorded by a camera in a well-lit environment are truly extraordinary. On the other hand, LED illuminators are often used to deter intruders before they attempt to access to a protected site.

Another important part of an effective video surveillance system is intelligent video analytics that can be used to reduce false alarms, make detection more automatic and intuitive, and facilitate the work of security professionals. It’s about getting the right information that allows you to act before incidents or losses occur.

Over the years, numerous studies have examined the effectiveness of individuals monitoring multiple video screens. The results indicate that alertness and concentration are reduced after more than 15 minutes of continuous monitoring.  The use of advanced video analytics algorithms makes the video surveillance system more effective and adds automatic real-time actions. When choosing a suitable security system, it is often necessary to take into account the existing detectors in the perimeter detection system.

The solutions that we recommend are those of the Tempos Analytics brand, which are configured in a very intuitive way to adapt to different applications and sites and at the same time complete the system of warnings and actions. They include the possibility of interacting with the detectors of your perimeter system, either through IP OPTEX integration or through I/O modules.

Both, LED illuminators and video analysis systems with advanced algorithms can significantly improve the detection of a video surveillance system and reduce false alarms.

For more information about Clarius illuminators and Tempos Analytics video analysis solutions, please contact us. Our contact form and telephone number are at your disposal: +34 91 331 63 13.

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Without accurate and careful cleaning, viruses, bacteria and fungi lurk in the air and on all surfaces, and continue to proliferate. Working and living in a clean and disinfected environment is fundamental to everyone’s health, and is now essential, as the COVID-19 pandemic has shown.

The solution proposed by AVS Electronics is Sany Safe, a powerful disinfectant that, when distributed in the air by hot spray/aerosol, completely disinfects any environment or surroundings, depositing it uniformly on all surfaces in a room, with enormous reliability and safety.

Sany Safe has a specific non-toxic formula, capable of safely eradicating pathogens such as viruses, germs, bacteria, etc. as well as COVID-19. The mixture vaporised in the air remains for several hours, decomposing any particle, even the smallest, and reaching the most inaccessible places.

The disinfection time varies according to the size of the space or room and the chosen diffusion intensity (low, medium and high) and allows an indicative disinfection of up to eight months. The logical recommendation is to combine normal cleaning and environmental optimisation procedures with sanitation treatment in each space, in accordance with official regulations.

Unlike other products that create an unpleasant smoke, Sany Safe particles are invisible to the naked eye, but very effective.

Features and benefits of Sany Safe, the environmental disinfection solution from AVS

– Hygienic efficiency: the sanitising technique used with hot spray/spray can spread in the environment, in the form of invisible, airborne micro-particles, which are able to penetrate into every crevice and eradicate all bacteria and viruses present, both in airborne suspension and on surfaces.

– Ready to use: Sany Safe is connected to the mains and every night you will have an automatic sanitisation of the environment thanks to the pre-set weekly programming.

– SIM card included: the manufacturer AVS Electronics supplies a SIM card to manage this solution for two years.

– Easy programming: the Sany Safe application has a preset weekly schedule that allows immediate use. With a simple and intuitive configuration of this application, it is very easy to manage Sany Safe at any time, as well as to modify, customise the volumes, frequency and intensity of the system.

– Fast and autonomous tank replacement, as it is external and has been designed to allow the user to replace it quickly and autonomously. It is available in different formats: 5, 10 or 25 litres to perform many sanitation cycles, according to the needs of each space.

– Long autonomy: depending on the type of sanitation chosen and the size of the tank installed, the system is able to guarantee an autonomy of approximately eight months (with low disinfection intensity, once a week, 100 m3 environment and 25 litre tank).

If you need further information about Sany Safe, please contact us.

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Tempos Analytics, a recent Spanish brand, dedicated to the creation of intelligent solutions for video analysis, has reached a distribution agreement with Bunker Seguridad Electrónica S.L. for their commercialization.

These solutions are based on high performance software and available in various hardware formats that adapt to different installation requirements and functional needs. The real-time video analysis software is perfect for both, Perimeter Security and Licence Plate Recognition in stationary or moving vehicles. It combines simplicity of configuration with powerful algorithms aimed at reducing false alarms and intelligent detection, compatible with visual, thermal and dual cameras and with the main VMS on the market.

Tempos Analytics is capable of converting a system of cameras and security sensors into an intelligent and flexible detection system, processing and converting images into relevant data, very easy to interpret by a security professional, helping him to discriminate an intrusion from any other event, either using his own internal logic, supporting the physical detection of external sensors with image analysis or showing in a “visible” image the detection made by a thermal camera.

The advanced algorithms used by this software provide a wide range of options when it comes to customizing the analysis and the actions to be taken if certain events occur or suspicious behavior appears.

In addition, it allows the establishment of periodic calendars and tasks, providing greater flexibility to the video verification system. In these cases, an alarm can be activated, lights can be turned on, immediate warning can be given automatically, a barrier can be lifted, etc. The configuration is easy and intuitive.

Tempos Analytics provides new features in the detection and tracking of objects in real time, the optimisation of video monitoring, automatic number plate recognition and vehicle access control, as well as the ability to integrate with existing systems and devices.

The distribution agreement with Bunker Seguridad Electrónica, makes it a reliable, renewed and quality commitment.

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How to create a more efficient and stable Video Surveillance System with KBC Networks’ Wireless Solutions

KBC Networks transmission systems provide stable and secure wireless connections. They use MIMO technology to optimize the connection and improve audio and video reception. Images transmitted to the control center can be viewed in real time on site and/or be retransmitted to other remote locations.

For a better adaptation to the specific needs of each installation, KBC Networks has created three families: WES3 STANDARD, WES3HTG and WES3HTG EXP, configurable as point to point, point to multipoint, client and server. All solutions work in 5GHz (license free), covering distances of up to 5km.

Individual characteristics of each family

WES3 STANDARD: replaces the WESII model. It has throughput of up to 99Mbps.

WES3HTG: high power and throughput of up to 650Mbps. Thanks to MIMO technology we will have an aggregate data throughput of 1.3Gbps.

WES3HTG EXP: This is the WES3HTG model with an explosion-proof cover.

All wireless solutions support Power over Ethernet (PoE) in order to facilitate an easy deployment and management of surveillance cameras or other compatible devices.

Each model can be configured with 5, 9 and 17dBi antennas, thus adapting to any type of installation. The use of antennas is highly recommended for all places where it is not desirable, appropriate, or possible to use cabling for communications.

Thanks to the fact that KBC’s systems are completely reliable, they guarantee their correct funcioning in high security installations.

If you need a fast, simple data transmission system that covers large distances without having to deploy cables, please contact us.

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In order to avoid assaults, a good perimeter security system is required: infrared barriers and infrared detectors are one of the best options for intrusion detection. These detection systems are constantly studied in order to avoid false alarms: composed by transmitters and receivers, each transmitter is read by all the detectors. When one of these infrared rays is interrupted, the activation of the alarm would be delayed, while if the interruption occurs in 2 or more rays, the alarm would be activated.

From Bunker Seguridad Electronica, we want to indicate the key points when choosing a good protection system for scaffolding or tubular structures:

Weather factors

The perimeter sensors must work 24 hours a day and in any weather condition: in case of thick fog, hailstorms or smoke the cameras lose their effectiveness while the infrared sensors continue working. This is one of the myths when it comes to perimeter security. The idea that cameras provide total security is far from the reality. They are, in fact, backup devices.

In this regard, Takex infrared sensors offer unmatched extra protection against frost, dew and snow, as they are protected with a hood-shaped cover that does not allow water to seep through its grooves, extending the life of the device. Their optics are also hermetically sealed, so that insects cannot penetrate the system.

Light resistance

For outdoor installations, a problem that affects the sensors is light, both natural and artificial: water mirror effect, cars lights, or the attempt to dazzle the sensor by means of a flashlight are not an inconvenient for Takex barriers and detectors, as their tolerance is up to 50 000 lx. In addition, sabotage attempts through blinding are canceled thanks to its special light filtering circuit.

Technology

The choice between the different models must depend on the type of structure, space and place where they are going to be installed:

Takex MS-100E passive detector is one of the favorites in Spain and the United Kingdom. It has a 180º rotating lens that allows the unit to be placed in almost any position: for the protection of scaffolding and tubular structures, it is installed on the ladder section and at the ends of the scaffolding focused on the wall to protect from breaking-in. This Takex sensor has a front cover that hides the orientation of the sensor.

For 4-beam technology, Takex has the PB-50F model, recommended as long as there is no possibility of overlapping of beams.

The PB-30TK and PB-60TK models have 2 beams and the difference between them is in the distance to be covered.

Installation, assembly and handling

Due to the fact scaffolding is a structure that won’t remain in the same place for a long time, intruder detection systems must be easy-to-install and resistant in order to support all types of handling and assembly. Takex quality finishing extends the life of their products: these sensors stand out for their robustness. Its useful life is estimated at 10 years for the transmitter and at 9 for the receiver.

Installation assistance

It is convenient that the personnel in charge of the installation and assembly of these devices have knowledge and training on them, therefore, from Bunker Seguridad Electronica, we offer personalized training on all the products we have, understanding that a deep knowledge about the product allows the installer an easy and simple use of it, to avoid, in this way, giving more assistance to the installation with respect to the desired ones.

Economic factor

The economic factor plays a decisive role in choosing the technology that will protect the structure. However, other factors such as those mentioned above should not be overlooked: device life, manufacturer warranty, technical advances, performance or technical support.

Takex infrared sensors are undoubtedly the most expensive on the market, but they also own the highest quality and durability, which translates into a reduction of false alarms and most importantly: less assistance to the installation, so that the initial investment is widely amortized. These equipments are designed for industrial work and for intensive use, to be manipulated by different people and to be installed again and again in different locations without causing false contacts or deteriorating the product.

All the products mentioned throughout the article, and many more of the Takex brand, can be obtained through Bunker Seguridad Electronica.

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