Cost-Effectively Monitor Operations at Isolated and Unoccupied Sites, While
Ensuring A High Level of Security and Operational Integrity
Dave Tynan, Vice President of Global Marketing and Sales, MicroPower Technologies
Dave Farnam, Principle, TEW Plus
Solar | Wireless | Energy Management
Who We Are
Delivering cost-effective surveillance for security and operational needs.
Founded in 2008, drawing from robust and proven technologies.
Funded and backed by Motorola Solutions, Inc. and a consortium of private equity investors.
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Surveillance Trends and Needs
Placement Dependencies Outdoor Risks Remote Assets
Time, distance, existing
facilities
Hard-surface, legacy sites
Downtime and jurisdiction
questions
Cannot justify any or adequate
onsite human guards
No power or inconsistent power,
no network
Temporary or sudden events create
acute risks
Operational as well as
security risks
Difficult business case to
justify
Need to monitor, protect, and
assess risks
Business Challenges and Pain Points
Trenching costs prohibitive
Business/traffic disruption can be significant
Time to deploy can be lengthy
Unforeseen issues may be common
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Understanding the Problem
Cost per remote camera
placement cannot
presently be justified
Viewing risk “hot spots” from
a distance may not provide
the right perspective or have
adequate lighting
Current thinking suggests
these areas of risk are
unreasonable to resolve
Proposals result in project over budget, delayed and/or abandoned.
Alternatives Have Limitations
Developed for specific
site need
Camera typically 25+
Watts
Very large, heavy
battery packs and
solar panels
Permits required for
pole
Wind load issues due
to panel size
Custom and COTS Solar Kits Cameras on Light Poles
Camera locations
restricted to light poles
Switched power/use of
step down
transformers
Network?
Cost per camera = $4-
6K USD
Grid dependent
Evolving the MicroPower SolutionOne approach to addressing remote and unoccupied sites
Reduce the camera draw on power, which enables energy options Remove the power hungry components from camera, resulting in significantly less
power consumption than a typical surveillance camera (nominal ¾ Watt vs. 25 Watts)
Add a lithium-ion battery to camera enclosure
Batteries charged via solar panel, optimized using NASA global weather data base
– Fully charged battery has calculated yield 5 days of full streaming video operation with
continuous recharging, self-sustaining, renewable energy
Communicate video in secure manner
Antenna must provide Line of Sight reliable signal vs. WiFi
Up to distance of ½ mile (.8 km)
Designed for high-availability operation
Pool cameras via hub
Hub incorporates power hungry components removed from camera
From hub, connectivity to the network, acts as firewall
Communicates to hybrid and existing systems
Benefit of no additional investigator training
Benefit of existing VMS features
Benefit of legacy systems (VMS/PSIM) interoperability
Install quickly and effectively — remote sites demand low maintenance,
extended warranty
APPLICATIONS
Remote campus and facilities
Water treatment plants
Power substations
Pipeline valve stations
Evolving the MicroPower SolutionRemote Video Monitoring Applications
Tap into increased situational awareness by monitoring operations and security at remote sites from a central location
where streaming video is required.
6 Rapidly deployed, integrated solar powered, wireless IR cameras with 2 antennas
2 Hubs powered “locally” within environmentally controlled utility building
Integrated backhaul LoS video streaming up to 10+ miles line of sight
VMS driven features and functionality at central monitoring station
Rail
Ports
Perimeter “hot
spots” of risk
Evolving the MicroPower SolutionIsolated, Unoccupied Sites
Realize the benefits of 24/7 surveillance and systems monitoring while eliminating expensive guard services or daily visits to a site;
alarm an event via video motion detection.
6 Rapidly deployed, integrated solar powered, wireless IR cameras
2 Hubs within NEMA enclosure, powered by a dedicated incremental solar panel, two receiving antennas
VMS mounted on the hubs record video locally and stream alarms
NEMA enclosure contains network communication options for line of sight, cellular dial up or satellite communication
APPLICATIONS
Well heads
Water treatment reservoirs,
plants and wells
Oil/gas/petrochemical
upstream and midstream
Park systems
Power
substations and
long lines
* Satellite by others
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Key Capabilities and Business Value
An extension of any open systems surveillance system.
New perspective on
evidence gathering
Time and money vs.
trenching, cabling and
conduit
Eliminates power
requirements at “hot spot”
Does not conflict with Wi-Fi
installed (temporary or
permanent)
Provides pixel per foot at “hot
spot”
Reduces both capital
investment and long-term
operational expense
(sustainable renewable
energy)
Complete interoperability
Addressing capital cost reduction upfrontPlacing Cameras the “Hot Spots” of Risk
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Delivering Return On Investment (ROI)
“With enhanced communication between our
command center and unoccupied sites, we are
better equipped to address potential security
and operational threats in real-time. We can
transition quickly from situation awareness, to
situation assessment”
“It costs $100,000 to convert our high voltage
substations to 110 power. As we install
MicroPower systems in 50 of our substations,
we demonstrate a $5 million savings for the
corporation”
-Director of IT and Projects
One utility’s view of capital reduction
Traditional
Approach
MicroPower
Approach
Camera/enclosure/wireless cost
(4x)
$5K $13K
Labor, materials, & installation $120K $5K
Total $125K $18K*
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Addressing the operational budget
Power
Consumption/
camera/
watts
120 Cameras @ .12
kw/h per year
5 year electricity cost
Industry standard
outdoor cameras
with heater/blower
and IR
25 $3153.60 $15,768.00
MicroPower
w/hubs0+12 $378.40 $1892.00
Savings $2775.20 $13,876.00 88%
UK= .20 kw/hour, Hawaii= .42 kw/h
Utilizing renewable energy for sustainability initiatives
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Typical Deployments and Use Cases
Energy Grid
Oil and gas
Chemical/petrochemical
Utilities/Power
Dams, water reservoirs, water
treatment
Rail, mass transit
Military support and operations
Arenas/stadiums/event
management
Higher education
Freight & logistics
Infrastructure Commercial
MicroPower solutions are easy to deploy and used across multiple markets
Design and Installation Process Steps
1. Identifying the insolation value of site 2. Google Earth mapping of cameras/hubs
3. RF scanning to ID localized wireless activity 4. Validation of legacy systems
Industry Recognition
Award-Winning Technology
NCS Annual Golden
Eagle Award
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A solar-powered, wireless surveillance solution delivering secure video
from perimeters, remote and difficult to reach locations.
For more information visit us online:
WWW.MICROPOWER.COM
Power-Efficient Platform
SOLVEIL HD IR
720p HD camera, configurable 1-15 fps
Nominal 0.85 Watts power requirement
Internal 5 day back up battery
Operational from 122°F (50°C)
to -40°F (-40°)
Lens options: varifocal 2.8-11 mm or
10-40 mm
Lithium-ion batteries included
Synchronized IR illumination
IR illumination up to 150 ft. (45.72 m)
COMPONENTS
Panels, Hub, Directional Antenna, Cable
Hub: Max 30 fpsVideo streams via Ethernet
H.264/MPEG4/MJPEG
Optional POE+
Directional Antenna:
Half mile distance(804.7m)
Cable: 15ft. (15.24m)
Optional to 200’ (60.96 m)
Solar Panel Options: 15,20,30,45 watts
720p HD camera, configurable 1-15 fps
Nominal 0.75 Watts power requirement
Internal 5 day back up battery
Operational from 122°F (50°C) to
-40°F (-40°C)
Lens options: varifocal 2.8-11 mm
or 10-40 mm
Lithium-ion batteries included
SOLVEIL HD
