Whether roller aisle, transformer station, EX area or large-scale surveillance: choose the right camera depending on the purpose.
“With DAPONA, I can put together my own individual fire protection portfolio like a construction kit. DAPONA always informs me in good time, in several stages, according to my individual rules. I can even use it to start warning lights, switch off devices and trigger extinguishing systems in an emergency. A really reassuring feeling…”
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Recognize fire risks over a large area
Hikvision’s thermographic cameras are primarily used to detect temperature deviations in fire protection to identify overheated areas and invisible defects in machinery or electrical systems that could indicate a potential problem. They are also used to monitor areas that are difficult to reach with conventional measuring tools.
Deep-learning based dynamic fire detection technology is a feature of the Turret and Bullet cameras that utilizes Hikvision’s safety big data, which includes vast amounts of global climate data and ensures the highest possible detection accuracy. User-friendly handheld thermographic cameras quickly detect areas of temperature anomalies using visualized metadata and display them on handy LCD screens.
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Detect damage as it occurs
DAPONA uses different types of sensors in combination, and thermal imaging provides an additional benefit by allowing other alarms to be verified. For example, it can verify the temperature in an area where a smoke alarm has been triggered. Thermal imaging cameras can also be used to assist staff checking the location where the alarm originated. If a bi-spectrum camera is used, staff in the control room can see whether the person checking the alarm is actually in the place where the alarm originated. This reduces the risk of errors and that a potential fire hazard is overlooked.
The technology is also useful for planning and risk assessment. It can highlight potential hotspots in a building by monitoring it over time. These can then be taken into account as part of risk mitigation, for example by paying particular attention to these areas in fire safety measures and evacuation plans.
When people are present in a particular area, fire prevention becomes even more important. Injuries can be avoided and even lives saved if those present are warned in good time so that they still have time to either extinguish the fire or leave the affected area. Thermal imaging cameras include models that are directly connected to sirens or strobe lights (e.g. the HeatPro series from Hikvision). These can both issue a general warning in the area where the camera is installed and transmit a warning to the system operator.
Introducing: FireProtectionCam
Your first line of defense against fires
Your first line of defense against fires
Monitoring large areas and equipping concealed areas with sensors: seamless monitoring according to the “best of breed” approach.
“a holistic concept puts the customer benefit first and not a specific camera”
DAPONA fire protection cameras: one of many components in the DAPONA portfolio
These standard cameras, also known as AI cameras, are designed for environments where highly flammable materials are present.
Their main purpose is to prevent fires caused by sparks or explosions. They represent a useful component in the DAPONA sensor portfolio and can be combined with all the different sensor types to create an overall concept tailored to the respective customer.
Viewing angle, measuring points, distance, tolerance: choosing the right camera is crucial.
A particular camera is not always the right one; it depends on what needs to be monitored.
With DAPONA, you have a free choice: from simple temperature cameras with low accuracy, low light, moving measuring points, EX-protected areas, motion detection, smoke detection to bi-polar image and infrared cameras with integrated AI analytics, a wide range of different camera types from well-known camera manufacturers is available.
The combination makes the difference: when it comes to large areas with an unobstructed view of the measuring points, cameras have clear advantages. On the other hand, dusty environments or concealed areas, such as control cabinets, can be better equipped with sensors.
In areas such as sawmills, where sawdust, wood shavings and other flammable materials are abundant, the use of AI-based cameras is a useful addition to a holistic fire protection concept.
By using the DAPONA AI camera strategically, you can minimize the risk of fire incidents in critical areas.
AI on board: HIKVISION cameras with integrated AI analytics
AcuSense technology utilizes advanced AI machine vision algorithms built into Hikvision security cameras and video recorders to enhance the security of homes and businesses.
Even if no smoke can be seen yet, it may already be burning
Existing fire detection technology can be useful, but has limitations in terms of alarm verification and warning time. For example, smoke detectors trigger an alarm when they detect smoke in the air. However, this is only possible once the fire has already broken out. The same applies to air sampling devices that test the air for certain particles, although these can usually detect smoke more quickly than a smoke detector.
Optical cameras are also used as a safety solution, but can only warn when flames are visible – in other words, when the fire has already broken out.
Temperature monitoring before the fire
Thermal imaging surveillance cameras can provide warnings at an earlier stage of a fire. Thermal monitoring cameras monitor the temperature rather than the output of a fire (smoke, flames, etc.) and can therefore indicate a potential problem before it occurs. If heat sensors detect abnormal temperatures, operators can investigate further and take action to prevent the fire itself.
