This project includes installing 113 Uniview Cameras, ICT Access Control, BAS-IP Intercom, and Smart Alarms.
Securing a Facility as Big as 40 Basketball Courts
When a 270,000 sq. ft. warehouse and production facility in Milton, Ontario needed a fully integrated security system from the ground up, they partnered with Sense Group.
This project showcases how a combination of advanced security cameras, access control systems, BAS-IP intercoms, and intrusion alarms was deployed to protect a site as large as 40 basketball courts.
Security Case Study: Designing for Multiple Security Zones
For a facility this size, a one-size-fits-all approach wouldn’t work. To create effective coverage and control, we divided the warehouse into five main security zones, each with unique operational challenges, lighting conditions, and monitoring priorities. By assigning the right technology to each space, we achieved maximum visibility and reliability.
Offices
- Requirement: Monitor staff areas without creating an intrusive work environment, while protecting sensitive business and client information stored on-site. Office areas often require smaller, less visible cameras that still produce sharp, identifiable video.
- Solution: Compact 8MP Dome Cameras delivering high-resolution footage with discreet design. These cameras blend with office interiors, preventing visual clutter while capturing clear images for security audits. Learn more about our CCTV solutions.
Entrances & Loading Docks
- Requirement: Around-the-clock visibility over high-traffic points where people, vehicles, and goods constantly move in and out. These zones are among the most vulnerable for unauthorized entry or theft.
- Solution: Uniview Dual-Dome Cameras capable of monitoring two directions from a single mount, covering large areas with fewer devices. This setup reduced cabling needs, shortened installation time, and minimized long-term maintenance costs.
Production Floor
- Requirement: Cameras that can operate in environments with dust, fluctuating temperatures, and machinery vibration, without losing clarity. Production areas often have changing light levels, making image consistency a challenge.
- Solution: LightHunter Dome Cameras built to handle tough industrial settings. Their weather-resistant casing and superior low-light imaging produce clear footage even during night shifts or in dimly lit workstations.
Warehouse Aisles
- Requirement: Eliminate blind spots across long aisles where products are stored. Standard single-lens cameras often leave gaps in coverage between shelves, which can be exploited for theft or lead to inventory disputes.
- Solution: Multi-sensor cameras with individually adjustable lenses to cover multiple angles from one unit. These cameras capture continuous footage across an entire aisle, ensuring complete stock visibility and easier inventory management.
Perimeter
- Requirement: A constant watch over the outer boundaries of the property, regardless of weather or time of day. Perimeter monitoring acts as the first line of defence against intrusions.
- Solution: ColorHunter Turret Cameras providing bright, full-colour video 24/7, even at night. The ability to capture accurate colour detail during low light greatly improves identification of people, vehicles, and objects near the fence line or entry gates.
Project Challenges We Faced
The warehouse’s vast size and lack of any existing security setup created multiple challenges that required strategic planning and specialized installation expertise.
1. No existing security infrastructure
The warehouse was a completely open space with no cameras, wiring, or network hardware in place. Every cable run, device mount, and network connection had to be built from the ground up. This included running structured cabling, installing network switches, and connecting everything back to a central server room. Our network cabling services were essential in creating the backbone for both CCTV and access control systems.
2. Short deadline
The client required the entire system to be live and fully operational within just 30 days. Considering the size of the property, equivalent to 40 basketball courts, and the variety of security technologies being installed, this was a time-sensitive and high-pressure project. The timeline required precise scheduling, back-to-back equipment deployment, and parallel work across multiple zones.
3. Different technical needs for each section
No two areas had the same requirements. The production floor needed rugged, low-light cameras. The perimeter required outdoor-rated units with full-colour night vision. Office areas demanded discreet, high-resolution devices for monitoring without disrupting the workplace. This meant our team had to carefully plan not just where devices would be installed, but also which models and settings would deliver the best results for each space.
A dedicated six-person installation crew was assigned to work exclusively on-site until completion. The team coordinated daily with the facility’s management to avoid disruptions to operations, while ensuring every camera, access control point, and alarm system was installed to meet the high-performance and reliability standards Sense Group is known for.
Integrated Security Technologies – Project Breakdown
The Milton warehouse required a combination of advanced hardware, tailored configurations, and seamless integration to create a single, unified security ecosystem. Here’s how each system was deployed and connected.
1. CCTV Surveillance
Equipment Used:
- 73 Uniview Dome Cameras – including 2× 4MP Dual-Dome Cameras (IPC328SB-ADF40K-I0). These compact, reliable, and high-resolution units were strategically placed in offices, warehouse zones, and at key entry points like loading docks and production areas. The dual-dome models delivered wide-angle, two-direction coverage from a single device, reducing the number of mounts and cable runs needed.
- 25 Multi-Sensor Cameras (IPC8645EA-ADZKM-I1) – each unit houses four 5MP lenses, providing complete 360° coverage from one installation point. Positioned at heights of up to 40 ft in the storage aisles, they eliminated blind spots while reducing labour and cabling costs compared to multiple single-lens cameras.
- 11 LightHunter Dome Cameras (IPC3238SB-ADZK-I0) – specifically designed for low-light and outdoor environments. These cameras produced sharp, colour-rich images around the clock, making them ideal for perimeter protection and outdoor loading areas.
- 4 Fisheye Cameras (IPC86CEB-AF18KC-I0) – offering 360° panoramic views in high-risk areas such as warehouse corners and intersections, ensuring no activity went unrecorded.
System Features:
- Real-Time Monitoring – Powered by a 256-Channel Uniview NVR, the entire setup handled all 113 physical cameras and generated 188 video streams without delays or dropped frames.
- RAID Storage Configuration – The NVR was equipped with 20 hard drives, providing 200TB of storage in RAID 5 and RAID 6 configurations for redundancy. This setup guaranteed uninterrupted recording even in the event of multiple drive failures.
- Advanced Motion Detection – Intelligent motion analytics minimized false alarms by filtering out environmental triggers like flickering lights, shadows, or snowfall while focusing on people and vehicles.
- Remote Access – Management could view live footage and recordings from any device via mobile app or web browser, enabling security oversight from anywhere in the world.
Sense Group: Delivering Maximum Coverage with Fewer Devices
In this project, our innovative use of multi-sensor camera technology allowed us to provide 188 individual video streams from just 113 physical cameras. By leveraging multi-lens and dual-lens designs, we reduced infrastructure needs while increasing coverage.
How It Works:
- Dual-lens cameras – cover two directions from one mount
- 4-in-1 multi-sensor cameras – deliver four independent video streams from a single device
This means fewer cables, reduced PoE port usage, faster installation, and improved network efficiency thanks to UNV’s advanced video encoding.
Project Implementation:
To handle the heavy video load and maintain network stability, we designed a dedicated network architecture:
- Centralized management via the UNV NVR in the server room
- Load balancing across three 48-port PoE switches
- Dedicated fibre optic links from each switch to the server to avoid bottlenecks
- Redundant connections for continuous operation, even if one path fails
Results – Efficiency Without Compromise
- 188 video streams from 113 cameras – reduced hardware and cabling costs
- Zero video loss – high-quality, real-time monitoring
- Lower infrastructure costs – fewer PoE ports, cables, and mounting points
- Faster installation and simpler maintenance – due to well-planned network architecture
Learn more about our security camera installation in Milton.
2. Access Control
Hardware Installed:
- ICT TSEC Extra Combo Readers providing secure authentication for employees, each registered with a unique key or credential.
- Protege WX Web Controller for centralized control of all access points.
- Protege 2-Door Expanders to support additional controlled entry locations.
- Glass-break detectors and motion sensors for sensitive areas, adding a physical security layer.
Key Features:
- Detailed access logs recording every entry and exit, helping with employee tracking and incident review.
- Zone-based permissions restricting high-value or sensitive areas such as server rooms and storage zones to authorized staff only.
- System integration with the BAS-IP intercom and DSC alarm panels for a coordinated response during alerts.
View our Access Control System services in Milton.
3. Intrusion Alarm System
Equipment Installed:
- DSC IQ Pro Panel – the central hub for intrusion detection, with intuitive controls and integration capabilities.
- Acuity Glass-Break Detectors to detect forced entry through windows or glass doors.
- Dual-technology PIR motion detectors with pet immunity to avoid false alarms.
Features:
- Custom alarm codes for authorized staff to manage and disarm systems securely.
- Instant alerts sent directly to management devices when a breach occurs.
- Integration with CCTV and access control so that any alarm trigger can be instantly verified with live video.
Learn more about our security protection solutions.
4. Intercom System
Installed:
- BAS-IP AT-07L Monitor – 7” TFT LCD touchscreen capable of quad-camera views, call history, and direct alarm integration.
- BAS-IP AV-04SD Entrance Panel – rugged outdoor intercom camera with PoE, vandal-resistant build, and wide viewing angle.
Capabilities:
- Clear two-way communication between gates, warehouse zones, and offices.
- Remote access granting via touchscreen monitor or web interface.
- Direct integration with alarm and access systems for complete facility oversight.
See our video doorbell and intercom installations.
Security Network Infrastructure We Used
A system with 113 cameras and 188 active video streams demands a network that can handle high data loads without bottlenecks. Sense Group engineered a purpose-built infrastructure to deliver speed, reliability, and scalability.
1. The Core – UNV NVR in the Server Room
A high-performance UNV Network Video Recorder was installed in the server room as the central hub. Designed to process multiple high-resolution streams at once, it records continuously without quality loss while also supporting real-time video analysis.
2. Three High-Capacity 48-Port PoE Switches
To distribute the camera connections efficiently, three 48-port Power over Ethernet switches were deployed. This setup:
- Balances traffic load across the network to prevent congestion.
- Allows easy expansion for future camera additions without redesigning the system.
- Simplifies monitoring and maintenance by centralizing management in one location.
3. Dedicated Fibre Optic Links
Each PoE switch is linked directly to the server room with dedicated fibre optic cables. This configuration:
- Eliminates bandwidth restrictions and prevents data slowdowns.
- Reduces latency and packet loss for smoother real-time video.
- Increases reliability by isolating each network segment so one failure won’t affect the rest of the system.
More on our network cabling services in Milton.
Why This Network Design Matters
A well-planned network backbone is the difference between smooth, 24/7 surveillance and choppy, unreliable video. This infrastructure not only supports current security needs but is future-ready, allowing additional devices to be added without performance loss.
Results: Reliable & Scalable Surveillance Network
- High-quality video with no delays – all 113 cameras operate flawlessly.
- Stable network performance – dedicated fibre optic lines maintain high bandwidth.
- Centralized control – all equipment can be managed from a single point.
- Future-ready design – additional devices can be added without a network redesign.
Project Results
Sense Group delivered a network and surveillance setup that exceeded performance expectations:
- 188 video streams from 113 cameras – maximizing coverage while minimizing cabling and hardware costs.
- Zero video delay – every camera streams smoothly in real time.
- Lower infrastructure expenses – thanks to efficient switch and cabling design.
- Quick installation and simplified upkeep – due to organized architecture and centralized management.
Comparative Table: Security Technologies by Zone
| Zone | Technology Used | Unique Features |
| Offices | 8MP Dome Cameras | High-resolution monitoring with a discreet, compact design to protect sensitive data |
| Entrances & Loading Docks | Dual-Dome Cameras, BAS-IP Intercom System | Two-direction coverage from a single mount; secure visitor communication and access control |
| Production Floor | LightHunter Dome Cameras | Rugged build with weather resistance and excellent low-light performance |
| Warehouse Aisles | Multi-Sensor Cameras | Four adjustable lenses per unit for expansive aisle coverage without blind spots |
| Perimeter | ColorHunter Turret Cameras | Full-colour 24/7 night vision for enhanced boundary protection |
Training & Handover
After the installation was completed, our team provided in-person, hands-on training for the warehouse’s management staff. This session covered both day-to-day system use and troubleshooting basics, ensuring they could confidently operate the entire security network without outside assistance.
With the Uniview Link app, the team can now:
- Watch live video from any of the 113 cameras instantly.
- Play back recorded footage to review incidents or verify activity.
- Modify access permissions for employees and visitors in real time.
- Receive and respond to alerts immediately, even when off-site.
This training gives the client full control over their security system, helping them maintain protection without delays or reliance on third-party monitoring.
Final Outcome
The Milton warehouse now benefits from:
- Full 24/7 coverage across all offices, production zones, aisles, loading docks, and perimeters.
- Instant breach detection with video verification for faster incident response.
- Controlled access to sensitive or restricted spaces, reducing internal risks.
- Remote management capabilities allow security oversight from anywhere with an internet connection.
The project was completed on time and designed with future expansion in mind, making it easy to add cameras, access points, or new technologies as the facility grows.
About Sense Group
Sense Group specializes in professional installation of CCTV surveillance systems, access control solutions, intrusion alarm systems, video intercoms, Starlink internet installation, and network cabling services for both residential and commercial clients.
We proudly serve Milton, Barrie, Caledon, and the Greater Toronto Area, delivering high-performance systems designed for reliability and ease of use.
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