THE SCENARIO:
On the outskirts of a large city was an enormous power plant. The industrial property had a gated perimeter with controlled access points from eight different roadways.
To ensure only authorized workers were onsite, everyone was identified in person prior to gaining access through the gate. When workers needed access, a fellow worker would have to leave their work station, make the long trek to the remote gate, confirm the person was authorized to enter, unlock the gate, and then return to their work station.
Operation managers realized they needed a more efficient way to let workers onto the property without causing constant interruptions. They wanted a system that allowed workers to be identified from a distance while also having audio that could be clearly heard through the roaring noise of the plant’s turbines.
THE SOLUTION:
Since the power plant covered a vast area, managers opted for an IP intercom to avoid distance limitations.
Workers were identified and allowed onto the property using master station software on a shared PC, which was monitored 24/7. All calls were now answered–and gates unlocked–within seconds.
Improved sound clarity allowed management to eliminate the disruptive strobe light. They were also able to document which gates were accessed and when, along with detailed video of each call, which enhanced their security records at the plant.
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