Construction work on a new-build primary school in a built-up residential area is being carried out securely and safely thanks to an IP-CCTV system with infra-red lighting.
Because of where the building site is, at West Jesmond near Newcastle, the construction company was not allowed to use visible white light illumination, which would have caused a light-pollution nuisance for neighbouring properties.
Yet quality night time CCTV coverage was regarded as essential in order to protect the site from intrusion and to guard against youngsters venturing onto the site and being injured. Mac Security, which specialises in electronic security systems, designed an IP-based security solution incorporating external PIR intruder detectors and the latest Raymax infra-red illuminators from IR lighting manufacturer Raytec.
The makers report that their Raymax RM200 and RM300 units deliver even illumination for the CCTV cameras. The company adds that the products are energy efficient and long lasting, and, crucial in this application, their light is invisible to the human eye.
"The client is delighted with the level of protection that weโve been able to give them โ we have installed illuminators and cameras at strategic points all round the perimeter to give complete coverage of any activity on the site," explains Craig Foster, partner at Mac Security.
"Raytecโs units are proving very robust, the construction company security staff have a clear view of all areas โ in addition, management can view the site remotely via IP. The local authority is also satisfied because our system hasnโt caused any problem with light pollution."
About the product
The RAYMAX 200 is an Infra-Red illuminator perfectly suited to long range applications or dome camera installations requiring wide angle lighting. Vandal-resistant, it boasts a range of up to 300 metres. The RAYMAX 300 reaches further, with a range of up to 370 metres. Both units feature Adaptive Illumination, which allows the installer to adjust the angle of the light projection from a single unit to fit the specific demands of any installation. Any angle up to 180 degrees (depending on model) is selectable.
Adaptive Illumination is patent pending technology available from Raytec.
"Mac Security has a reputation for delivering reliable security solutions incorporating the latest technology," adds Craig Foster of Mac Security. "With Raytec illuminators we ensure that our customers get best quality image capture at night."
