It is always imperative to be on guard at all times and apparently surveillance systems that include CCTV cameras and detectors have become a growing need. That said, Det-Tronics has announced enhancements to its xWatch camera and surveillance system.

Options include viewing hazards over an internet connection and recording activities before, during, and after hazardous events. Det-Tronics manufactures flame detectors, gas detectors, and safety systems and is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

The new options fortify surveillance systems by enabling users to:

• Immediately view industrial hazards remotely via a configurable IP address
• Accurately detect hazards by integrating the explosion-proof camera with a flame detector
• Record and review incidents for event analysis
• Integrate surveillance seamlessly into a safety system

Following are three of the many options available as part of a surveillance plan:

• a stand-alone, industrial-grade xWatch camera
• a camera partnered with a flame detector that provides accurate fire detection
• a surveillance solution integrated into a fire and/or gas safety system

With Class I, Div. 1 and NEMA 4X approvals from third-party approval agencies such as FM, CSA, CE, and ATEX, the xWatch camera, combined with a Det-Tronics flame detector, is ideally suited for remote and hard-to-access areas. The camera and detector view the same expanse. Continuous, real-time video provides the operator with surveillance capabilities during normal operation. If a fire is detected, the operator can quickly view a control-room monitor to assess the risk and initiate the appropriate response. Moreover, the DVR option allows users to evaluate the conditions leading up to and following the event.

(Source) Press