Thermal cameras detect what conventional cameras cannot see
Thermal cameras measure temperature instead of light. They detect people in total darkness, through fog and smoke, and trigger alerts on unusual hot spots – long before a fire becomes visible. The Hikvision Thermal series delivers both in one device.
Perimeter protection in fog and darkness
A thermal camera sees every person – whether crouching, hiding in bushes or in zero-lux conditions. Hikvision bi-spectral models combine thermal and optical imaging. You get thermal alarm and optical evidence in one stream.
Fire early detection instead of damage control
As soon as a component exceeds normal temperature, the thermal camera triggers an alarm. Applications: photovoltaic systems, lithium battery storage, landfills, timber yards, composting plants, workshops and transformer stations.
Video overview
Hikvision thermal camera with advanced fire detection (official video)
Combined with EN54 fire alarm systems
We combine the thermal camera with an EN54-compliant fire alarm system. This means a detected hot spot is not just documented – it triggers an immediate alarm chain, including connection to the emergency monitoring centre.
Impressions
Where thermal makes the difference
PV & Storage
Photovoltaic systems & battery storage
Overheating modules or faulty cells are detected early – before a fire develops.
Recycling & Waste
Waste handling, composting, recycling yards
Spontaneous combustion in waste piles is detected within minutes rather than hours.
Timber & Sawmill
Storage, drying, processing
Hot spots in timber stacks or on machinery are reliably detected.
Perimeter
Industrial sites, critical infrastructure, storage
People are reliably detected even in complete darkness or fog.
Technical features
- Bi-spectral optics: thermal and visible image simultaneously
- Temperature measurement up to +550 °C, accuracy ±2 °C
- Person detection range up to 1,000 m+ (model dependent)
- AI-supported person and vehicle classification
- Connection to EN54 fire alarm system and emergency centre possible
- Robust for outdoor use, IP66/67, temperature range -40 °C to +65 °C
Does this solution fit your needs?
Send us a brief description of what you want to protect or secure – we’ll get back to you with an honest assessment and a non-binding proposal.
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