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Perimeter Security Solutions

Your perimeter is the first line of defense against crime, and WCCTV’s mobile surveillance systems use advanced analytics, including intrusion detection and license plate recognition (LPR), to spot and deter unauthorized access in real time. Even without fixed infrastructure, you gain full visibility at entry points, fencing lines, and high-value storage areas.

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The Growing Threat to Site Perimeters

Why Site Boundaries Are the First Line of Vulnerability

Unsecured perimeters leave your site exposed to theft, trespassing, vandalism, and safety risks. Across warehouses, construction zones, parking lots, and utility sites, perimeter breaches are increasingly common and costly.

  • 79% of security leaders report a rise in perimeter intrusion attempts at their facilities.
  • $33 billion is lost annually in the US due to equipment and materials stolen from construction sites, often through unsecured boundaries.
  • 40% of trespassing incidents occur outside standard operating hours, when sites are unmanned and visibility is low.
  • The National Equipment Register reports that only 25% of stolen assets from unsecured sites are ever recovered.
  • Utility providers and telecoms sites rank perimeter breaches as a top 3 security concern due to remote locations and delayed response times.

With so many businesses relying on temporary fencing, static cameras, or no deterrent at all, it’s no surprise that external boundaries remain a soft target for opportunists and organised groups alike.

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Proactive Protection For Any Boundary

How Mobile Surveillance Secures Site Perimeters

Mobile surveillance units play a critical role in defending site perimeters. Their high visibility acts as a deterrent, while real-time monitoring enables rapid intervention before threats escalate.

Unlike fixed cameras or passive deterrents like fencing, WCCTV’s systems are designed for proactive security. Positioned along access points, fence lines, or remote corners of a site, they provide:

  • Visible deterrence through flashing lights, signage, and camera presence
  • Smart intruder analytics to detect intrusions before they become incidents
  • Two-way audio and alarm features to stop intruders in their tracks
  • Coverage where power and Internet aren't available with solar-powered cameras
  • Flexible redeployment as site conditions, risks, or layouts change

From securing utility sites to protecting construction sites and parking lots, mobile units give you full control over the edge of your property, helping you prevent theft, vandalism, and unauthorised access.

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WCCTV offers rapid deployment surveillance systems that help identify intrusions with smart analytics.

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The Cost of Doing Nothing

What You Risk By Ignoring Perimeter Security

Leaving your site perimeter unprotected creates opportunity for theft, trespass, and disruption. These are not isolated incidents; they are persistent threats that carry real financial and operational consequences.

  • $112.1 billion was lost to retail shrinkage in 2024, a figure driven largely by external theft, vandalism, and perimeter breaches
  • 1 in 4 construction firms experience weekly trespassing or theft incidents, leading to delays, insurance claims, and rework
  • The average cost per theft incident at industrial sites exceeds $30,000, factoring in lost equipment, repairs, and downtime
  • A single incident of perimeter breach at utility or energy infrastructure can cause millions in damages and regulatory fines

Without a proactive deterrent, sites remain vulnerable to repeat offenses. Intruders learn patterns, exploit blind spots, and return to cause further harm. Insurance premiums rise while staff morale and public confidence decline.

Deploying WCCTV’s mobile surveillance systems helps break this cycle. It establishes a visible, monitored boundary that protects your people, property, and assets.

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Mobile Surveillance Systems for Perimeter Security

WCCTV’s mobile surveillance units are designed to secure site perimeters across multiple industries. We offer tailored solutions to meet your specific layout, power availability, and visibility requirements.

Mobile Surveillance Trailers: Fully autonomous, our solar trailers are ideal for wide-area perimeter coverage where power and internet are unavailable. Their high-visibility presence acts as a powerful deterrent, while AI-driven detection supported by live video monitoring provides a real-time response.

Pole Cameras: Compact and easy to deploy, our pole-mounted cameras provide targeted coverage for areas with existing power infrastructure. Ideal for gate access points, rear perimeters, or blind spots, they support rapid redeployment to adapt to emerging threats.

LPR Cameras: Track vehicle movements in and out of your site with integrated LPR cameras. These systems provide actionable metadata to support investigations and share real-time intelligence with law enforcement if required.

These systems offer a tailored and proactive perimeter security solution that adapts to your environment, delivering peace of mind.

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Solutions Trusted to Secure Critical Property

Why WCCTV is Your Partner for Perimeter Security

WCCTV is the leading supplier of mobile surveillance systems for perimeter protection, supporting some of the most security-sensitive environments across retail, infrastructure, utilities, and government.

Our systems are deployed by law enforcement agencies, city departments, and private enterprises that require a reliable, autonomous solution backed by US-based support and live monitoring services.

When you choose WCCTV, you benefit from:

  • Rapidly deployable units with minimal infrastructure required
  • Live access to video feeds from any device via our free mobile and desktop apps
  • Compatibility with monitoring stations or local recording, based on your needs
  • Scalability across multiple locations using a single cloud platform
  • Ongoing US-based technical support, installation, and maintenance

We're more than a camera company. We provide automated detection, actionable intelligence paired with human intervention to protect what matters most. 

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Perimeter Intrusion Case Study

Proven in the Field: Niagara Falls Water Board

The Niagara Falls Water Board (NFWB) faced the challenge of securing a network of remote facilities, including water treatment plants, booster stations, towers, and unmanned sites spanning over 550 miles of service area. They needed a surveillance solution that could deliver real-time alerts, visual verification, and remote access without relying on fixed infrastructure.

To meet these requirements, NFWB deployed WCCTV’s mobile cameras across key locations. These units transmit live and recorded video over LTE, enabling operators to view and download footage from any device. The cameras feature video analytics that can detect intrusion, trigger alerts via email or live video, and enable an immediate response.

“Having WCCTV’s High Definition 4G Mini Dome Cameras installed at numerous facilities means all areas can now be viewed on our phones, giving us the ability to view, assess, and immediately address any issues without being tethered to a computer monitor. The footage has proved to be of extremely high quality, making it easier to verify potential security breaches and reduce inconvenient site visits.” – Niagara Falls Water Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Most Effective Ways to Protect a Site Perimeter?

The most effective strategies for perimeter protection include mobile surveillance units, fencing, controlled access points, and live video monitoring. WCCTV's solar surveillance trailers and pole cameras act as visible deterrents while enabling real-time incident detection and response.

How Do Mobile Surveillance Cameras Support Perimeter Security?

Mobile surveillance cameras provide flexible, high-visibility coverage of perimeter areas, including parking lots, fence lines, loading bays, and access roads. WCCTV’s solutions are easy to deploy, require no infrastructure, and can be monitored remotely to deter trespassing and theft.

What Types of Locations Benefit From Perimeter Security Cameras?

Any site with outdoor assets or boundaries can benefit from perimeter security, including retail facilities, construction sites, logistics hubs, critical infrastructure, utility sites, and storage yards. Mobile surveillance systems are ideal where fixed infrastructure is limited or non-existent.

Can Surveillance Cameras Reduce Trespassing and Break-Ins?

Yes. The presence of highly visible cameras has been proven to deter unwanted activity. WCCTV’s monitored surveillance units allow early intervention by security personnel, helping to prevent intrusions before they escalate into damage, theft, or confrontation.

What Is the Difference Between a Surveillance Trailer and a Pole Camera?

Surveillance trailers are ideal for sites without power or Internet access and where maximum visibility is required. Pole cameras suit locations with available infrastructure but limited space. Both deliver live video, recording, and proactive protection for perimeter areas.

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