Axis delivers innovative surveillance system for UK’s largest independent cheese producer, Wyke Farms
30 Mar 2015
Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video, and partners PG Security and Milestone, have delivered a state-of-the-art surveillance solution to Somerset-based Wyke Farms.
Wyke Farms has been producing the finest English
cheddar cheese and butter since 1861 in the heart of the Somerset countryside. It
wanted to upgrade its existing security systems at its main dairy and
additional cameras to the network at its newly-built biogas plant site. While
the farm had existing an existing CCTV system, which incorporated Axis and
other brand network cameras, managers were aware that a more flexible and
reliable approach could be achieved to an Axis-only solution. The family-owned
manufacturer has always been committed to operating in a way that causes minimal
impact to the countryside. It has a 100% green strategy and aims to be one of
the greenest grocery brands.
Upon analysis, and consultation with Axis, PG Security
specified and designed an integrated solution that incorporated 25 Axis network
cameras. This was to work alongside the open platform Milestone XProtect video
management software that would provide Wyke Farms with an intuitive way to
manage and review video surveillance over its network.
Atul Rajput, regional director, northern Europe at
Axis Communications said: “Wyke Farms was looking to upgrade its incumbent
surveillance solution in the old dairy, primarily used to monitor processes
within the building, to a more streamlined, energy efficient solution, and
extend coverage to a new biogas plant site. As Wyke Farms was already
accustomed to the benefits of Axis cameras and impressed with their
performance, the company did not consider any alternative manufacturers.”
Due to the strict nature of the UK food industry, Wyke
Farms must follow stringent health and safety guidelines. As a supplier to some
of the UK’s biggest supermarkets it needed to guarantee that the highest levels
of health and safety would be adhered to, as it could be asked to provide
evidence at any time.
Jason Fewell, group engineering manager at Wyke Farms
explained: “We need to be able to give our customers the reassurance that our
processes are in accordance with the industry’s health and food safety
requirements. We needed an effective surveillance system that could provide us
with high-quality images and increase the coverage across both sites, both
internally and externally.”
Vandal and dust-resistant AXIS M3005-V Network Cameras
were specified for their hygienic properties and ease of installation, while
externally, AXIS P1344 and AXIS P1347 Network Cameras, incorporating Axis’
environmentally friendly day and night functionality, were used for increased
energy efficiency.
Axis cameras provide surveillance both inside and
outside the farm’s premises. As well as an in-built tampering alert, which
signals any vandalism attempts to the management system, the cameras also only
record when they detect movement, which has a significant energy saving
benefits. The cameras are equipped with remote control, which makes it possible
for personnel to investigate incidents remotely, reducing the need for physical
service visits, resulting in fewer driving hours and less fuel consumption.
Atul added: “The new Axis-based system provides the
farm and its customers with the peace of mind that health and safety remains at
the forefront. Thanks to our commitment to sustainability in the design,
manufacture and supply of all our cameras, coupled with the efficiency of
network video technology, the overall installation was completely in keeping
with Wyke Farms’ green commitment.”
Jason concluded: “Network video impacts less
negatively on the environment than traditional analogue systems and so was the
natural choice. The Axis-based system has given us a sustainable, intuitive
solution that will be able to support us as we grow.”
Wyke Farms, Somerset
Axis Communications (UK Ltd)
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