Martin Lomberg

INTREPID is designed for the protectionof fence lines, open areas, gates,entryways and rooftop applications Southwest Microwave will showcase a range of performance enhancements to its INTREPID™ Model 316 Digital Microwave Link at Transport Security Expo in London next month, highlighting the sensor’s expanded intrusion detection capabilities, nuisance alarm resistance and ability to withstand physical and cyber-tampering or environmental extremes.  Superior beam control First introduced over a decade ago and successfully protecting critical infrastructure and assets at many of Europe’s most security-sensitive sites, Model 316 now couples Southwest Microwave’s field-proven RF detection technology with its leading-edge INTREPID embedded digital signal processing (DSP), maximizing the sensor’s ability to discriminate between legitimate intrusion attempts and environmental disturbances or other false targets.  Designed for the protection of fence lines, open areas, gates, entryways and rooftop applications, this advanced, all-weather, CE-rated volumetric sensor has a 122-metre detection range and operates at K-band frequency, enabling detection of slow-moving intruders and limiting susceptibility to interference from external radar or other microwave systems. Unique parabolic dish and antenna design assures superior beam control and predictable Fresnel zones, further enhancing probability of detection (PD) and low nuisance alarm rates (NAR). “The sophistication of Model 316’s signal processing to classify disturbances positions this sensor as far superior to any other microwave technology on the market today,” explained Martin Lomberg, Southwest Microwave’s European General Manager. “Features like enhanced crawl or vehicle detection and unique Fresnel suppression algorithms enhance performance in challenging environments, letting the end-user most successfully mitigate risk of site compromise while preventing nuisance alarms.”               Suitable for security sensitive sites Offering maximum protection against sabotage, Model 316 is an ideal detection solution for security-sensitive sites such as critical utilities, correctional facilities or government / military installations. Heavy duty components and packaging, integrated radome tamper switches and optional steel enclosures for external wiring and connections prevent physical abuse. Integrated EMI/RFI shielding protects sensor electronics against external electromagnetic or RF interference. The sophistication of Model 316’s signal processing to classify disturbances positions this sensor as far superior to any other microwave technology on the market today “To address the needs of our most security sensitive customers, this sensor’s standalone configuration and on-board relay alarm outputs for monitoring of alarms eliminate the risk of hacking or other digital compromise faced by networked devices,” Lomberg explained. Model 316 features 6 crystal-controlled, field selectable modulation channels with narrow band filtering, preventing interference between sensors. Units can be dual, triple or quad stacked for ultra-high security applications. Simplified set-up User-friendly Installation Service Tool (IST) software simplifies sensor set-up, and graphically controls and monitors sensor status, control parameters and signal strength with laptop convenience via optically-isolated, surge protected USB-B connection. “All of our INTREPID solutions offer a unique feature set relative to competing technologies in terms of ease of use, consistently repeatable performance in maximising intruder detection while minimising nuisance alarms, and ability to withstand tampering or climatic extremes,” said Lomberg. “Our enhanced Model 316 is no exception. As a standalone digital sensor with high PD, low NAR and superior protection against physical or digital compromise, it is an exceptional high-security solution for our customers.”

Southwest Microwave, Inc., a leading global producer of integrated electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems, has received government certification from the United Kingdom’s Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) for its INTREPID™ MicroPoint™ II intelligent fence-mounted perimeter intrusion detection sensor. Fortification of critical national infrastructure sites Focused on the protection of national security and to reducing vulnerability of the UK and its interests overseas to terrorist or criminal threat, CPNI provides protective security advice spanning physical, personnel and cyber/information security. Tasked with recommendation and specification of security measures and protocols that deter, detect or minimise the consequences of attack, CPNI employs a range of stringent professional standards to rigorously test and approve physical security equipment for the protection of critical national infrastructure (CNI) sites. Certification of INTREPID MicroPoint II by CPNI qualifies the system as a reliable perimeter fence detection solution for the fortification of critical national infrastructure. Counter-terror solution for high security applications All MicroPoint II system componentry, including Processor Module (PM II), Control Module (CM II), MicroPoint MC115 (standard) and MC315 (armoured) sensor cables, JB70A Lightning and Surge Protection Module and PS49 Power Supply, are now itemised in CPNI’s Catalogue of Security Equipment, published to support key public and private sectors partners in the selection of equipment approved to protect essential national services and assets. “Our INTREPID MicroPoint II fence-mounted perimeter intrusion detection system has been deployed worldwide to secure critical energy, transportation, government and industrial sites, along with many other facilities linked to critical national infrastructure,” explained Martin Lomberg, Southwest Microwave’s European General Manager. “The successful accreditation of the MicroPoint II by CPNI reinforces its capabilities as an effective counter-terror solution for the highest security applications, both in the UK and abroad.”