Electronic risk control has been made possible with improvements in technology over the past two decades. Although intruder protection is still and important part of security, internal threats such as document theft, fraud, and industrial espionage have also become part of business life. As such electronic risk control systems allowing for fingerprint recognition, door access control, time & attendance systems, and building management solutions to be integrated with security equipment such as digital camera surveillance, offer numerous advantages including cost savings. Stolen items can be retrieved, camera footage can be used as evidence against a fraudster, fewer security guards are required to patrol the premises, 24 hour surveillance is possible and the solutions are scalable. If you want improved security contact us for electronic risk control solutions that will fit your company premises.

IDtek is one of the leading providers of integrated corporate security solutions in South Africa. Our approach is to assess every client’s security, access, and safety requirements. We identify risk factors for the specific location and industry and have in-depth discussions with the clients regarding their specific corporate security requirements before we make recommendations regarding the infrastructure and brands to be used. We also have an experienced project management team to ensure the timely installation, training, and management of relevant corporate security solutions. Our clients range from campuses to airports, cold storage facilities, large warehouses, and corporate office parks. We offer time & attendance solutions, parking management solutions, access control systems, fire detection equipment, and building management as well as advanced surveillance for top quality corporate security.

VESDA smoke detectors are ideal for food processing plants since the VESDA smoke detectors can be installed outside the protected designated spaces. This means that only the sample pipes will be exposed to very low temperature ranges. Many other smoke detectors cannot operate with accuracy in such cold conditions as experienced in cold food storage units. Blast chilling equipment often causes tremendous airflow and concentrations thereof. With our expertise in the planning and installation of VESDA smoke detectors the performance of the detectors stays excellent even with such cold surroundings. You can consider these smoke detectors where you need highly reliable smoke detection in cold conditions. Performance can be ensured when the sample pipes are installed outside the refrigerating equipment.

An example of how we are able to improve not only the security, but also the safety at client premises is our completed project at the Unilever warehouse. We have installed a VESDA fire protection system and have secured the premises effectively. Since we follow an integrated approach, we have been able to connect the VESDA fire protection system with camera monitoring and with access control systems. We installed a biometric access control system, have included a fully integrated camera surveillance system, and have connected the access control systems to time & attendance solutions. Client companies rely on the expertise of IDtek to help improve all aspects of security, surveillance, and safety at their premises. With the successful installation of the VESDA fire protection system and the intruder protection system at the 40 000 square metre warehouse, we have once again showed that we are the best company for the job.

Fully integrated access management control holds several benefits for the client company. One such a benefit is that of being able to streamline payroll and time& attendance functions while also improving security. If the entrances to the building and workplace have biometric access control with CCTV cameras for added security and monitoring, and the system is also connected to a time & attendance solution such as ClockWatch which can be connected to the payroll system, better access management control will be obtained. While also using the existing network infrastructure we are furthermore able to reduce the cost of installation of the additional access control systems. Integrated access management control also offers the benefit of improved safety. The fire detection system connected to the alarms, and controlled from a single point can be connected to door control and intercoms as well as CCTV cameras.

IDtek as a leading provider of security, safety and advanced building management solutions make use of various brands that can be integrated with the rest of the security systems for improved building control. Some of the benefits of these advanced building management solutions are that of improved temperature control, better maintenance management capabilities, central control, remote control possibilities, reduced noise levels, fewer human errors, and responsiveness to the user requirements, improved security, and better air control and of course also improved humidity control. Two of the brand technologies that we install as part of our building management solutions are that of Alerton and SymmetrE.

Although it will certainly be a plus to have curtains open and close when someone enters a room, building management systems are far more complicated than meets the eye. We however, are leading providers and installers of advanced building management systems which are developed around the client requirements. Considerations such as safety, security, cost-effectiveness, control, and convenience are all considered. It is important that the platforms utilised for building management systems can be integrated with the various HVAC sub-solutions while also ensuring that remote control and monitoring can still take place. Another consideration in the development and installation of the building management systems is that of energy usage. It is of paramount importance that the systems provide reduced energy usage capacity.

IDtek installs and maintains a wide range of fire detection systems at client premises including fire detection systems available in the Ziton product stable. One of the products in their range of fire detection systems is Paradigm X. It is small and highly effective as an early warning system of a fire with the elimination of false alarms. It is well protected against electrical faults and is not only user but also environmental friendly. A multi-sensor capability combined with numerous algorithms help to ensure accuracy and prevention of false alarms. Large vehicle companies as well cellphone companies in South Africa have already opt for this functional fire detection equipment. We also install other Ziton fire protection and alarm systems at client premises in addition to numerous other well known brands.

IDtek installs a range of cctv surveillance equipment at client premises such as office parks, airports, campuses, factories, and shopping centres. One of the brands of cctv surveillance equipment that we can recommend for installation is Samsung. The quality and functionality offered by Samsung are undisputed. Take for example the SNC-550N day and night network camera in their cctv surveillance range. It is network ready and supports infrared cutfilter removal. This day & night network camera has 0.002 Lux light sensitivity and provides amazingly clear imaging even in night conditions. It is easy to install, supporting dual voltage and Ethernet. The camera has high resolution imaging, and comes with real time MPEG 4 and JPEG compression capabilities. It also features privacy settings with up to four zones.

Electronic risk management is today just as an important part of business management than is budget control. Access control to specific areas within a building reduces the risk of fraud, theft by employees, and industrial espionage. At the same time access control to corporate premises helps to reduce the risk of armed robberies, large scale theft, and instances of fraud by outside parties. Financial losses are minimized through improved electronic risk management. Biometrics has come to play an important part in effective access control as have door control. In addition, IP based camera surveillance has become equally important. The main focus of electronic risk management should be the integration of various security and safety systems to reduce costs and improve control. This also means that time & attendance systems, payroll systems, parking management, door control, fire detection, alarms, and general access control should be integrated. IDtek provides various advanced electronic risk management solutions which allow for full integration of all of the above systems.