Warehouse and Logistics

Intrusions to warehouse facilities can happen anytime and perimeter security should consider both common entry points, such as vehicle and pedestrian access points, as well as protecting the fence line. A combination of technologies will give you the most integral protection of the perimeter.

LiDAR technology can protect gated access to the perimeter ensuring there are no vulnerable ‘gaps’ and can also be added to the fencing to ensure any attempts of climbing over the fence or wall are not missed. It also means a pre-warning area can be created to alert you of anyone loitering or approaching the fence line. The target object can be defined by size and speed of movement, and it’s therefore easy to ignore small animals and wildlife, which could be a major cause of false alarms for other technologies.

OPTEX fibre optic technology can protect the perimeter wall or fence line and pinpoint exactly where the intrusion is taking place. It can also trigger lights and audio warnings as a deterrent. Being utilised on the fence line, the fibre optic system can be left on at all times day and night, helping to eliminate a possible scenario where criminals prepare an evening intrusion during the day by cutting a hole in the fence, for example.

A further security layer restricting access to the logistics environment or protection for the perimeter can be provided with OPTEX’s infrared beams and beam towers, which running parallel to the perimeter line can give a warning in the event of an authorised person removing goods beyond the perimeter line. It can also be a second line of defence after a perimeter breach.

In many cases, logistic centres are situated in remote locations which presents an additional security challenge and makes the choice of an accurate detection system (which can work reliably in environments exposed to constant changes in weather) even more critical. OPTEX Redwall series has been designed to provide very stable detection and integrate with CCTV cameras which in turn can be pre-set to immediately ‘see’ what has been detected, giving the security staff a real-time view of the situation so they can quickly and accurately locate the point of intrusion.

OPTEX sensors can be integrated with security LED lighting and audio warnings, which in many cases can be a deterrent to prevent cargo from being stolen from loading/unloading vehicles or unauthorised access into the warehouse.

The 24/7 operation of many distribution centres means their facilities are susceptible to attack any time of the day or night. The security system should provide flexibility to customise security to meet the individual needs and requirements of each logistics site.

OPTEX LiDAR technology offers the highest level of detection accuracy and is a versatile security solution which can be used indoors and out. Mounted horizontally, OPTEX Redscan can protect rooftops, skylights and open areas (e.g. sterile zones).

Mounted vertically, inside the storage area, specific areas containing high-value or restricted-use goods can also be monitored by the use of LiDAR technology. It can be integrated with the CCTV and access control system and check if everyone in the restricted area is allowed to be there (such as authorised staff). In indoor security applications, our short-range Redscan LiDAR is a Grade 3 sensor which can be connected to the alarm intrusion system.

OPTEX curtain motion detection sensors can protect fire exits and back doors, giving a reliable warning of intruders trying to break in. Integrated with CCTV, it can help security staff visually verify and stop the intruder before any damage is done. Out of opening hours, OPTEX Grade 3 indoor sensors have been designed to provide extra stability and maximum performance, offering customised detection to protect long narrow corridors or wider office or loading bay spaces, featuring digital Quad Zone logic to minimise false alarms.