by Brianna Crandall — November 14, 2014—Senstar, global manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDSs), recently announced RoboGuard, which the company calls a first-of-its-kind autonomous perimeter surveillance robot. RoboGuard travels on a monorail and constantly patrols a secured perimeter. It conducts regular inspections of the fence line and can promptly respond to suspected intrusions. A complete system consists of autonomous robots, each covering up to 1 kilometer (0.6 mi), with a battery charging station for every two robots.
Jim Quick, president of Senstar Inc., stated, “Senstar is very excited to bring this innovative technology to market. We see huge benefits for customers who wish to augment their perimeter security systems, especially in remote unmanned sites or where timely first response by guards is expensive or impractical.”
The already award-winning RoboGuard has two primary modes: 1/ Routine patrol, in which the robot scans and searches for perimeter anomalies such as holes in the fence or suspicious objects; and 2/ Response mode, in which the robot acts as first responder and rushes promptly to an intrusion alert.
Quick added, “Senstar is also pleased to announce that RoboGuard has been recognized as Security’s Best 2014 by ASIS (American Society of Industrial Security), as part of the annual Accolades program. We are honored to receive this esteemed award and look forward to exhibiting at ASIS to show this solution to customers and partners.”
Facts about RoboGuard:
- Autonomous surveillance robot
- Automatic and manual modes
- Speeds of up to 30 km/h or 19 mph
- Covers up to 1 km or 0.6 mi per robot
- Powered by rechargeable battery
- Wi-fi communication
- Innovative, cost-effective solution for unmanned perimeters, remote sites and larger perimeters
- Laser-based detection of fence damage and nearby suspicious objects
- Rapid response to suspected intrusions
- Wide variety of payloads including:
- Laser scanner that acts as a short range 3D LIDAR (Light Radar) for perimeter inspection
- Fixed camera with infrared (IR) illuminator for short range perimeter surveillance and threats verification
- PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) camera with IR illuminator for medium-range surveillance and tracking
- Two-way intercom between the control room and a potential intruder
RoboGuard was showcased at the Senstar booth at ASIS 2014 in Atlanta last month. Along with RoboGuard, Senstar also demonstrated FlexZone, its fence-mounted ranging sensor announced earlier this year, as well as its cyber security line of products. The Senstar cyber switch received Honorable Mention in the Accolades program.
More information and videos of the technology are available on the RoboGuard product Web page.
Senstar Corporation has been manufacturing, selling and supporting the “world’s largest” portfolio of perimeter intrusion detection sensor technologies for more than 30 years. In tens of thousands of sites, in more than 80 countries, the company’s products are said to provide reliable detection of intruders as soon as they enter restricted or sensitive areas, giving security forces the advance warning they need to react. Senstar says its products and solutions can be found around the world in airports, borders, ports, VIP residences, military and government sites, correctional facilities, petrochemical, industrial and commercial installations, major utilities and critical infrastructure sites.
