i-PRO addresses compliance for aerospace manufacturing facility

The customer, which is a prominent supplier within the global aerospace supply chain, operates in a high-risk environment where precision engineering and rigorous safety standards are essential.

Its legacy security system had grown increasingly unreliable, lacking the advanced functionality and analytics required for today’s complex security landscape. With high-value assets, civil aviation regulations and extensive Health and Safety oversight requirements in play, the company sought a more intelligent, robust and resilient security platform.

In order to meet these on-site demands, Richards CCTV designed and implemented a comprehensive upgrade based on i-PRO’s edge-AI camera technology. The installation has included 169 high-performance cameras deployed across production lines, common areas, external perimeters and critical zones. Key components include advanced camera technology and remote monitoring.

Advanced camera technology

i-PRO’s portfolio includes AI-enabled S-Series cameras that can distinguish people from objects in real-time to reduce false alarms, high-speed PTZ cameras that extend perimeter awareness and fixed domes that deliver clear evidence in shared spaces to help resolve incidents on a fast basis.

The cameras are integrated with Active Guard, i-PRO’s AI-powered search application that turns camera metadata into actionable intelligence, thereby enabling operators to run real-time alerts and proactively manage incidents before they escalate.

Real-time alerts and mobile integration allow managers to receive live notifications and make decisions remotely, in turn reducing the need for constant on-site supervision. Meanwhile, embedded AI analytics enable quality control teams to detect manufacturing anomalies earlier, increasing production integrity and minimising downtime.

“Our client was happy to lean on our long-standing experience of working with i-PRO cameras and the local i-PRO team,” explained Phil Luckman, sales account manager at Richards CCTV. “Knowing that i-PRO is willing to properly engage with a customer, visit the site if required and help to demonstrate proof of concept is invaluable.”

System reliability

From the outset, system reliability and ease of integration were key. Richards CCTV reported that all 169 devices were “quick to configure and install,” with minimal disruption for day-to-day operations.

The durable design of i-PRO’s cameras, five-year hardware warranties for certified partners and a responsive UK-based support team have ensured a smooth and future-proof deployment and instilled confidence in the long-term viability of the platform.

Post-deployment, the aerospace manufacturer has witnessed measurable improvements across several fronts. The ability to analyse footage from multiple angles has helped to refute false personal injury claims, while also identifying root causes of legitimate incidents, leading to meaningful updates in Health and Safety policies. The new system’s high-fidelity audit trails also support quality assurance and compliance documentation, delivering transparency for internal stakeholders and regulators alike.

Adaptive system

Looking ahead, the installation offers scalability and future-proofing, enabling the end user to adapt the system to continuously evolving needs and industry standards. Planned expansions include securing additional tree-lined zones and increasing coverage in logistics corridors.

The facility’s management team is also exploring new use cases for i-PRO’s evolving AI capabilities, including automated detection of PPE compliance and unsafe behaviours around heavy machinery.

“The cameras provide excellent images in all lighting conditions,” added Luckman. “Every single one has performed out of the box. Given their build quality and long warranties, we know that the i-PRO system will deliver long-term value.”

*Read the Case Study in full online at: https://i-pro.com/products_and_solutions/en/surveillance/solutions/case-studies/strengthening-regulatory-compliance-and-future-proofing