Is the security risk to your commercial property keeping you up at night? You’re not alone. Security threats are one of the primary concerns of commercial building owners, especially due to the dramatic rise in theft and break-in incidences over the last few years. The good news is that there are several security solutions you can install on your business premises to keep them safe from crime and vandalism. A majority of business owners struggle with choosing the most suitable solutions that meet all the security requirements of their building. However, regardless of the size and nature of your business, some security solutions are highly effective in deterring criminals and preventing crime. Infrared intruder alarms are one such solution.
How Do Infrared Intruder Alarms Work?
There are several intruder alarm systems available in the market. From motion-detecting sensors and light sensors to ultrasonic sensors, intruder alarms could use any of these or other sensor-based technology. One of the most efficient intruder alarm sensors is the PIR (Passive Infrared) sensors or the Pyroelectric sensors. They are based on the detection of heat radiation or infrared radiation emanating from human beings and other living things. If a person or animal are wandering around your business premises, infrared intruder alarms create a clear infrared heat body outline of them, which is picked by the security sensors. Once a presence is detected, the sensors trigger the wider business security system to alert the authorities.
Types of Infrared Alarm Systems
Many types of PIRs can be used on business premises, shops, and industrial units. Two of the most common types of PIR intruder alarms are:
- Quad Element PIR – An advanced version of the simple PIR sensor, Quad element PIR is much more accurate and efficient in identifying a “hot and cold” pattern, thereby reducing the possibility of false alarms.
- Dual Technology PIR/Microwave – This comprises a PIR and a microwave detector in the same unit, both of which need to be triggered for alarm activation. Based on the sensitivity and range set, the microwave unit emits a signal that bounces in the room and is converted into a particular value upon being received. In the event of a break-in, this signal reflects the change in the volume or movement of objects in the room and is picked by the microwave unit to trigger the alarm.
Benefits of Infrared Sensors
The PIR or infrared sensor technology is used in many security equipment including CCTV cameras, intruder alarms, access control systems, and automatically-activated lighting systems. One of the biggest benefits of this technology is that it is entirely dependent on the detection of heat radiation emanated by living beings. Unlike simple CCTV cameras and other motion-detecting sensors that rely on light for visibility and detection, infrared security cameras and alarm systems are as efficient at triggering an alarm at night as they are during the daytime.
Another benefit of installing infrared intruder alarms and security cameras is that they are much more accurate at detecting a break-in or theft than other simple security solutions. Businesses premises with infrared alarm systems and CCTV cameras are also less likely to experience false alarms because of their efficiency. With infrared, night vision security cameras, business owners can expect high-resolution images of their premises even in pitch darkness.
Moreover, infrared security cameras and intruder alarms are relatively inexpensive to install, operate and maintain, making them a cost-effective solution for businesses that want a high ROI from their commercial building security.
How Can LNS Help?
LNS is one of the leading fire and security companies in Leicestershire. We have over 20 years of experience handling largescale industrial and commercial projects, including smaller domestic work. Whether you need new and personalised fire and security systems for your business premises or want to upgrade your alarm and fire detection systems, our engineers can design and install the best security solutions in your commercial building. From infrared intruder alarms and CCTV cameras to access control systems, LNS is your one-stop destination for all fire and security systems. Call us on 0116 224 3478 to book your free site survey and get a free quote for your project.