Taking School Security Seriously with Shooter Detection Technologies

It’s become critical today for school administration to address the ongoing issue of security at K-12 and higher educational facilities given the state of ongoing malicious threats and the potential for active shooters. APL Access & Security is addressing the needs of the school security market with the latest proven products that include lock down capabilities and gunshot detection technologies. To learn more about Shooter Detection Systems please visit here. We are experts in integrating these systems so our customers can benefit from a holistic, proactive plan to prevent tragedy and potential loss.

Shooter detection systems detect gunshots and automatically trigger lockdowns—providing a hardened layer of protection when it comes to building security. APL Access & Security deploys the Guardian Indoor Active Shooter Detection System, an acoustic gunshot identification software and infrared gunfire flash detection technology with a high rate of detection. We are also using Sielox’s Class™ Crisis Lockdown Alert Status System–designed to reduce the time it takes for response and featuring many different avenues of communication and alerts. These systems adds a substantial layer of protection for students, administration and visitors without compromising the aesthetics and comfort of the school and the ability to move around the facility unencumbered.

In addition, early warning and automatic detection systems can minimize confusion and human error when catastrophic situations occur. Guardian detects gunshots and triggers access control system lock down within the school facility, providing other immediate and automatic real-time information via chat, email alerts and instant visibility of compromised locations with dynamic floor plans. It also integrates with video, access control, intercom and other solutions.

APL Access & Security will showcase its Guardian shooter detection system and integrated school security solutions at the Arizona Association of School Business Officials (AASBO) 65^th Annual Summer Conference and Exposition: Call of Duty, July 18^th at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa in Tucson. You can find more on the conference and exhibit hours here.

APL Access & Security is a leading security integrator in Phoenix and Tucson, named to the prestigious SDM 100 Top Systems Integrators, ranking #54 for the 2017 listing. We focus on providing integrated solutions and the latest detection technologies for our clients and their facilities. For more information, contact us today at 866-873-2288.