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A Safer Pathway to Camera and Sensor Maintenance
he video cameras and sensors your business has invested in provide you with the protec- tion you need to be safe as
Tending to camera, sensor, and general surface cleaning maintenance – hat is overdue – while staying safe
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well as the information you need to keep operations running smoothly. These sys- tems likely routinely undergo software upgrades or routine maintenance – which is essential. But what about their physi- cal condition? Are you doing your part to ensure they are clean so that they can operate at peak performance? A dust-en- crusted video surveillance camera lens can render any video unusable. A dirty traffic light or optical fire sensor can have disas- trous consequences.
Just as you schedule and rely upon the software maintenance for your physical security and network devices, you should incorporate a physical maintenance plan as well, to keep your products clean and in perfect running condition. Dotworkz has developed the perfect do-it-yourself solution that can save time and money while improving the performance of your equipment.
Dotworkz has spent a decade devel- oping a line of safe cleaning tools that are easy to use, and that do not break the bank. As a U.S.-based manufacturer of professional grade camera housings and accessories for security, broadcast- ing, research and OEM camera systems, Dotworkz has provided solutions for extreme environments. They understand the long-term damage that Mother Na- ture – or even just routine use – can in- flict upon video surveillance cameras and sensors, which is why this group has been committed to making sure these types of products can remain clean and in perfect working condition once the integration process is over.
What could go Wrong?
A lot can go wrong if you or your cli- ents do not regularly clean your exposed products. Optical fire sensors in particu- lar are hard to reach, yet they often get clogged with dust, insect webs– and the like – and need to be cleaned. Debris and
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