Comparing the Best Cameras for the Construction Industry

You may be looking for a system to:

·        Capture time lapse for marketing or management

·        Review onsite performance or safety adherence

·        Deter intruders, vandals or trespassers, and/or

·        Remotely check in on your site at any time.

Not all systems will offer the same features or functionality – and frankly, the choices can be a little overwhelming. Explore the key features to look out for below, as well as a quick comparison chart.

·        Wireless operation
Wireless operation has multiple advantages; you can install the system anywhere you need to, and recorded data can be remotely stored offsite. Look for a system like Spectur that’s truly wireless, unlike many ‘wireless CCTV’ systems that still need to be plugged into a power supply.  It is also worth noting that “wifi” is far more vulnerable to disruption of signal and power than cellular networks.  Spectur systems work on the the 3G/4G network, immune to someone disrupting a wifi network.

·        Robust quality
If you’re installing your surveillance system in a remote or outdoor environment, then build quality will matter a great deal. Search for a camera system that’s weatherproof, vandal resistant and contains its technology inside robust housing.

·        High quality camera/s
There simply is no point in having a camera system in place if it doesn’t capture imagery at a clear, useable resolution. Look for high-resolution, low-light cameras, and consider a multi-camera solution if you’re covering a large site.

·        Active deterrence
If you’re using your camera system for security or surveillance, consider how valuable active deterrence may be. A Spectur system employs Artificial Intelligence to limit false alarms and allow audible and visual deterants to be applied to intruders when they shouldn’t be present. This can be particularly important on remote sites, providing an effective yet cost-effective alternative to onsite security guards.

·        Remote alerts

If you have one security guard watching over multiple sites, a centralised security team or are even managing security yourself, a security system with remote alerts can free up your time while alerting you to activity onsite. Spectur’s AI minimises false alarms, and you can check in remotely to view see exactly who and what’s needed on site.

·        Integration capabilities
Integration is important if you want to connect sensors, tracking devices, or positioning sensors for any reason on your site. Cloud and edge-based processing can be used for remote environmental monitoring, as well as improved onsite security and safety.

·        If you’re protecting a low-light or remote site, consider either the Spectur HD5 or STA6 together with optional long-range thermal cameras.

·        If you’re looking for the best 360° camera for construction, then consider the STA6 which can house up to four 4K cameras in one solid housing.

·        If you’re looking for the best time lapse camera for construction then look to the Spectur HD5 or STA6, which can be used for both professional time lapse and site surveillance.

Below, we compare features of the premium construction camera systems available from Spectur.