I am delighted and privileged to write this review of Shire of Katanning’s CCTV and Wireless Implementation, completed by Avantgarde Technologies.
Shire of Katanning recently received funding from the State CCTV Strategy Infrastructure Fund to purchase a new recorder to replace our existing server that was in desperate need of replacement. The funds were also used to install cameras to cover “Offences against Persons – Hot Spots” identified by the Katanning Police and to enable the Police to retrieve footage.
Avantgarde provided the winning quote to both install an entirely new CCTV System and to bring on existing cameras in other locations throughout the town. Avantgarde also replaced the Katanning Police’s dysfunctional CCTV Workstation with a high powered PC capable of allowing 16 cameras to stream live and view clear, high quality footage displayed on a huge wall mounted monitor.
The Hikvision selection was the perfect choice, being very cost effective and providing high quality footage both day and night. The Hikvision PTZ cameras provide incredible zoom capabilities, demonstrating the ability to view with ease, a numberplate at over 90 metres. They also enable the Katanning Police to spin the cameras almost 180 degrees, which has provided footage in areas not included in the Strategy, such as the Petrol Station across the road.
I am extremely impressed with the Hikvision 180 degree camera monitoring the Shopping Carpark, this camera provides an overview of the entire area. Hikvision cameras have outstanding night vision.
What really impressed me, was the attention to detail. Avantgarde enclosed all outdoor cables in Stainless Steel Braided Sheath. This will provide protection from both vandals and birds. As a qualified Electrician, I am happy to report their wiring standards and neatness is beyond compare.
Avantgarde was faced with many challenges (fixing some issues at no cost) including bringing the old cameras online and re-used existing equipment where possible.
It was a pleasure to deal with Avantgarde as I found them to have a passion for our CCTV project and a determination to create the best CCTV network possible. I was also impressed with their willingness to share knowledge and provided patience at times when I didn’t fully understand. The training provided was not difficult as the Hikvision software is very user friendly.
I would not hesitate to recommend Avantgarde Technologies for any project or undertaking, whether it be Security Alarm Systems, CCTV, IT Networks or Electrical Installations.
You will be in good hands.
Kind regards,
David Barker
