Concerned about site visitors gaining unauthorised access to restricted areas? Or maybe your CCTV cameras have picked up suspicious after-hours movement or perimeter breaches.
With a warehouse alarm system, you can detect and respond to intrusions in real time, safeguarding valuable stock, staff, and safety.
What is a warehouse alarm system?
A warehouse alarm system is an essential security measure designed to detect and alert administrators to unauthorised entry to large-scale storage and distribution facilities, helping to deter theft, maintain compliance, and reduce safety risks.
Unlike standard intruder alarms, these systems are designed with the large-scale and unique physical features of warehouses (such as loading bays) in mind, offering more effective and comprehensive coverage of all vulnerable entry points.
A warehouse alarm system is composed of a network of sensors on doors, windows, and perimeters alongside motion sensors, glass-break sensors, and control panels, to deliver real-time alerts and support a rapid response to potential security breaches.
What should a security system for a warehouse include?
At Protive, we provide bespoke security solutions for warehouses in line with a business’s particular needs.
However, a modern and effective security system for warehouse facilities should consist of:
Motion sensors: Motion sensors can be installed inside and outside a warehouse to alert monitors and administrators to any suspicious movement.
Perimeter detectors: Perimeter detectors such as door and window contacts should be installed at more obvious or vulnerable warehouse entry points to detect unauthorised access or forced entry.
Intruder alarm(s): These alarms are designed to deter intrusion and theft, often through both visual and audible means, such as flashing lights and loud sirens, when the motion sensors or perimeter detectors are triggered.
CCTV cameras: Integrating an alarm system with CCTV cameras can ensure you capture any suspicious activity, allowing for the easier identification and apprehension of intruders.
Access control: To support your warehouse alarm system, we also recommend installing an access control solution that manages and monitors who can enter specific areas for a more coordinated security system.
Remote monitoring: A third-party company can provide additional reassurance by monitoring your warehouse security system on a 24/7 basis and responding to any triggered alarms – by swiftly contacting the business owner, designated keyholder, or police.
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Who needs a warehouse alarm system?
It’s not just strictly defined ‘warehouses’ that could benefit from an alarm system.
Logistics hubs, storage facilities, distribution centres, and any other commercial buildings that typically have a high level of activity, multiple entry points, and a lot of valuable stock, stand to benefit from installing a warehouse security system.
This is because such unique operational features can make these facilities more vulnerable to unauthorised entry of both people and vehicles, increasing the risk of theft, and breaches of safety or compliance protocols.
Why warehouse security matters
- Multiple entry points: Warehouses tend to have multiple access points, rendering these facilities more vulnerable to unauthorised personnel access.
- High number of contractor staff: Warehouses often rely on temporary and contractor personnel, making it harder to track who should and shouldn’t be on-site. Intruder alarms help detect unauthorised presence and ensure only approved individuals have access.
- High-volume (and value) stock: These facilities typically hold large volumes of goods which, even if individually low in value, can collectively make the facility an attractive target for intruders and theft.
- Large-scale facility: Warehouses tend to have a large footprint which can result in blind spots. This makes the installation of an alarm system particularly vital for security, compliance, and safety purposes.
- Insurance cover: Many insurance providers require that warehouses have appropriate security measures, such as an intruder alarm system, in place to qualify for coverage or reduced premiums.
Warehouse alarm system installations by Protive
At Protive, we provide the full service for warehouse alarm system installation.
That means everything from the initial site assessment through to design, installation, commissioning, handover (complete with staff training), and continued support and maintenance.
Whether you’re interested in integrating a new alarm system with your existing warehouse CCTV cameras or want to install a complete security system as part of a multi-site project, we can help you to review your options and select the most suitable solution.
Why choose Protive?
- Experienced: No novice to this industry, our trusted team has more than 10 years of experience designing, installing, and maintaining high-quality warehouse alarm systems across the UK.
- Certified: To ensure we meet industry standards, Protive is both a SafeContractor Approved company and a long-standing SSAIB (Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board)-certified provider of electronic security systems.
- Specialised: Thanks to our specialist experience and expertise in warehouse security system installation, we have a deep understanding of the unique safety, compliance, and security challenges facing these facilities.
- Proactive: We have strong relationships with leading warehouse alarm system manufacturers, such as Honeywell and Hikvision, and invest in continuous training to ensure our team stays fully up to date with the latest security technologies.
FAQs
How much does a warehouse alarm system cost?
How long does an installation in a warehouse take?
Can the alarm system integrate with our existing CCTV and/or access control?
Yes, many modern alarms can be integrated with existing CCTV or access control systems, providing a more coordinated and comprehensive security solution.
