VIVOTEK has improved student safety at a high school in Belgium by installing AI-based security cameras.
In collaboration with distributor Optima Networks and integrator Educorner bvba, VIVOTEK’s advanced AI solutions helped the school, KA Beveren, achieve a state-of-the-art security system, offering superior monitoring and AI-driven analytics.
KA Beveren faced the challenge of achieving coverage across indoor and outdoor spaces, eliminating blind spots and ensuring continuous security. The security solution was designed to deter vandalism and unauthorised access, creating a safer environment for both students and staff.
Additionally, it plays a crucial role in monitoring and reducing incidents of bullying and physical altercations, aiding in the identification of individuals involved in such events.
The solution was required to detect security threats in real-time, providing actionable insights to administrators and security personnel. Due to the school’s large size and dynamic environment, the solution had to offer both wide-ranging and detailed security coverage.
VIVOTEK partnered with Educorner bvba to implement a customised solution centred around advanced cameras, which included fixed dome, fisheye, multi-sensor panoramic cameras, and integration with Network Optix VMS.
Fixed dome cameras were placed in key locations such as entry points, hallways, and high-traffic areas, these cameras ensure robust monitoring of critical areas. Their design is built to withstand the harsh environmental conditions typical of sports facilities. With VIVOTEK’s AI analytics, these cameras can distinguish between humans and vehicles, effectively reducing false alarms and improving reliability.
Fisheye cameras were mounted at the corners of buildings, maximising coverage while minimising the number of cameras required. Their wide-angle design allows the school to reduce installation complexity and cost.
These fisheye cameras, in combination with Network Optix’s dewarping technology, provide multiple views from a single device, offering comprehensive coverage of large areas. This innovative setup replaces the need for multiple Fixed Dome cameras or even PTZ cameras, enhancing efficiency while maintaining high-quality coverage.
Multi-sensor panoramic cameras offers a 180-degree view, and ideal for monitoring expansive outdoor areas such as sports fields and parking lots. With their multi-sensor design, the cameras deliver a seamless panoramic image, ensuring every corner is covered. Built-in AI analytics enable real-time detection of unusual activities, further enhancing the system’s effectiveness.
To maximise the utility of VIVOTEK’s surveillance system, the project incorporated the Network Optix video management system. The system’s intuitive interface, paired with the deep search plugin, enhances the security team’s ability to quickly locate specific individuals or incidents across the network. The AI-driven search tool filters video based on attributes such as gender, age group (adult/kid), or even body parts, allowing for more efficient and accurate investigations.
The new cameras have significantly improved the security of KA Beveren Sports School, offering several key benefits:
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Better safety: The advanced AI analytics integrated into VIVOTEK cameras provide real-time threat detection, allowing security personnel to swiftly address potential security incidents;
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Comprehensive coverage: With a strategic mix of fixed dome, fisheye and multi-sensor panoramic cameras, the school enjoys full coverage, ensuring that no area is left unmonitored;
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Efficient monitoring: The Network Optix VMS, enriched with the deep search plugin, simplifies the monitoring process, enabling the security team to respond rapidly with accurate and specific information; and
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Future-proofing: The scalability of the system ensures that KA Beveren’s security infrastructure can evolve with future needs and challenges, providing a long-term solution that grows with the institution.
