ESC BAZ, a supplier of advanced surveillance, observation and reconnaissance systems, has deployed it’s TOM Vehicle-mounted Observation System in combination with intrusion detection radars creating a continuous virtual fence for enhanced surveillance in rural areas in Israel which are characterized by challenging topography.

Developed specifically for security patrol vehicles, TOM is a vehicle-mounted surveillance system that can be controlled by the driver or co-driver. The system provides the operator with day and night observation capabilities from inside the vehicle, operated using a compact Control & Display Unit (CDU). The system is mounted on a robust, high-precision pan-tilt unit, and has been designed to withstand rugged terrain and tough environmental conditions.

Based on slave-to-radar operation, the day and night cameras are "slaved" to the radar scan. As soon as an unauthorized intrusion is detected by the radar, it sends real-time azimuth and range data to the the patrol vehicle, the pan-tilt unit moves to the intrusion area and the cameras focus and zoom automatically, allowing an immediate investigation of the intrusion.

The package tailored for this turnkey project incorporates a site survey of conditions and requirements, a definition of the most relevant composed solution and the implementation of these conclusions.  The dedicated solution suited for the specific site conditions comprises a full ground and vehicle system installation, integration of the TOM modules into the patrol vehicles existing systems, post-installation support, and ongoing maintenance. [www.escbaz.com]