What Kinds of Security Services Are Available for Commercial Applications?

Security services for commercial applications can be quite sophisticated and have evolved considerably from the door/window breach security that existed 50 years ago. For the benefit of those who are not familiar with what kinds of services are available, in today’s blog, we are going to give you a brief overview. Keep in mind, that what we describe below is most often used in commercial applications, however, they could be used in a residential application is the client wanted.

Fire

Some jurisdictions, government buildings, or even commercial insurers may have requirements for fire alarm monitoring. This kind of monitoring may also require ULC certification. ULC refers to Underwriter’s Laboratories of Canada, an independent agency that has set a national standard for how fire alarm systems should work and be tested.

Our company, Alpha Integrated, is familiar with ULC standards and is experienced at installing fire alarm systems for businesses that meet or exceed these ULC standards.

Video Surveillance

Today, there is high-definition video surveillance available for inside, outside, or both. Some commercial businesses require a live feed, some want a taped feed, and some want both. Video surveillance protects assets by knowing who is on the property at any time, and what they are doing. We have software that will analyze the video and detect if there is movement when there should not be, alert our staff, who can then take further action as needed.

Elevator Emergency Call Monitoring

We also have available emergency call monitoring for elevators, so that staff or clients will never be stuck in elevators without assistance. If you have ever ridden in an elevator with a broken phone, then you will understand the value of this service.

Integrated Systems

What is most interesting is that all of the services and systems mentioned above (and we have not listed all of what is available) can be integrated under one software management system. That means that our security people and/or yours can access your security systems 24/7.

In the case of video surveillance, if something awry is detected one can manually move cameras to capture the images needed. There are a host of benefits to having integrated systems, and Alpha Integrated has been putting together these systems for clients for many years.

We hope that we have provided you with a solid overview of commercial security systems and hope that you will contact us here at Alpha Integrated should you have any questions about them.

Alpha Integrated has over 30 years of experience in the security business. We offer a wide-range of state-of-the-art products, a knowledgeable and friendly staff, competitive pricing, and a business model with integrity that stands behind and services the products we carry and install. Our clients include commercial, multi-residential, residential, marine, and other venues. Please feel free to call us on the Lower Mainland at (604) 583-2542.