At X-Guard, your safety is our mission, and we understand how important it is to provide assistance quickly and accurately, especially in large buildings where every second counts. To ensure that emergency responders find you as quickly as possible, we use three smart techniques to determine where you are. Here we simply explain how these techniques work.
Think of these beacons as lighthouses that help us find your location. They are placed throughout the building and help us determine if you are in their proximity. This way we can send emergency responders to the right environment. Although they give us a good idea of where you are, sometimes they cannot tell you exactly which floor you are on.
This method is similar to the first, but uses the WiFi networks in the building that also transmit Bluetooth signals. This helps us determine your position by seeing which network is closest. As with the battery-powered beacons, this method is useful for knowing which part of the building you are in, but it can be challenging to determine exactly which floor.
These beacons are the superheroes of our location determination technology. Because they are connected directly to the power supply, they are always active and extremely accurate. With this method we can determine not only which floor you are on, but with an accuracy of 92% even which room. This means that in the event of an alarm, we can send emergency responders to the right place with almost complete certainty.
Lifespan and Monitoring
Each X-Guard beacon is equipped with three CR2477 batteries, which have a robust lifespan of up to two years. We ensure that every beacon is continuously monitored. You will receive a detailed report on the status of your beacons every month, so you are always aware of their performance.
Influence of Building Constructions
Despite advanced technology, our beacons are also subject to the laws of physics. Bluetooth signals have difficulty penetrating thick building structures, meaning the effectiveness of location tracking may depend on the type of building. Through a thorough site survey, we can determine the optimal placement and required number of beacons for your specific situation.
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Specific Placement Advice
In more compact spaces, such as a small office or meeting room within a 10 x 10 meter area, we recommend placing the beacons very close to the user, such as under a desk. This significantly increases the accuracy of the location determination. We also offer the option for location-based alarm buttons via X-Guard Connect for an even more specific safety solution.
Compatibility and Optimization
The X-Guard Alarm app works on the iBeacon protocol, making it compatible with a wide range of beacons that support this protocol. However, for best results and optimal operation, we recommend using X-Guard managed beacons. Your X-Guard advisor is always available for a detailed technical explanation and advice on the best solution for your situation.
At X-Guard we understand the importance of accurate location determination within buildings. That is why we offer the option to integrate existing WiFi points that also transmit Bluetooth signals into our security system. This ensures an extensive and accurate network for location determination within your organization.
What We Need:
Stain plan and optimization: X-Guard creates a location plan on which the position of all WiFi points is drawn. This plan reveals through gray and black spots where coverage is insufficient for accurate location determination. This enables us to proactively advise on the optimal placement of additional beacons.
Testing and Verification: To ensure the precision of our system, we conduct an extensive test round together with a representative of your organization. During this round, we verify the accuracy of the location data at every location within your facility.
Continuous Monitoring: Monthly reports keep you informed of the status and functionality of all beacons. This way we guarantee the continuous reliability of the system and we can make timely adjustments where necessary.
More information: Discover more about our Alarm Manager and the detailed reports via the links below. Our goal is to provide a safe and reliable environment through advanced technology and accurate location tracking.
At X-Guard we strive to seamlessly integrate our security solutions into your existing infrastructure. Our powered beacons, also known as recessed beacons, are designed to be placed discreetly behind electrical sockets, with the aim of ensuring an unobtrusive yet effective presence in your space.
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The integration of our powered beacons provides a robust and reliable solution for location tracking within your facility, without disrupting the aesthetics or functionality of the space. For further technical support or installation information, please contact your X-Guard advisor.
At X-Guard we strive to keep everyone, everywhere safe. Our location tracking technologies are just part of how we deliver on this promise. By continually innovating and refining our methods, we ensure you can feel safe knowing that help is always close by, just when you need it most.