A leading Gulf Coast chemical refinery faced a growing concern: its aging analog video surveillance system was no longer equipped to meet the demands of modern industrial safety. Gaps in coverage and limited visibility posed serious risks to personnel and operations. That’s when the facility turned to Tru-Connect for a complete system upgrade to enhance safety, improve operational oversight, and reduce exposure to hazardous environments.
The Challenge: Monitoring Hazard Zones Without Compromising Safety
Like many industrial sites, this facility required continuous monitoring of high-risk operational zones. Areas most vulnerable to fire, explosion, or mechanical failure needed eyes on them 24/7. However, the outdated analog system could no longer provide reliable footage or remote accessibility. Operators often had to enter dangerous areas to confirm equipment status, putting safety and efficiency at risk.
The Solution: A Turnkey Digital CCTV System Designed for Hazardous Environments
Tru-Connect was selected to design and implement a turnkey upgrade, converting the refinery’s analog system into a high-resolution digital CCTV platform built specifically for industrial conditions. The solution included:
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- 36 high-resolution digital cameras connected via fiber to the central control room
- Optimized camera placement, including past incident sites and high-risk zones
- A user-friendly control room console with real-time monitoring capability
- Cameras calibrated for extreme lighting environments, including glare and low light
- Scalable infrastructure to accommodate future plant expansions
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With centralized remote access, system operators could monitor all five plant units without setting foot in hazardous areas—dramatically reducing exposure risks.
The Results: Safer Workflows and Smarter Monitoring
The newly integrated CCTV and alarm system immediately enhanced safety and operational control. The plant achieved:
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- Remote monitoring of high-risk areas, minimizing human exposure
- Faster identification of potential equipment failures
- Greater visibility across units for real-time decision-making
Future-ready infrastructure for regulatory compliance and system growth
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Tru-Connect’s approach balanced advanced technology with an understanding of the unique challenges of industrial environments, delivering a solution that worked from day one.
Why Industrial Clients Trust Tru-Connect
Industrial facilities demand more than off-the-shelf security. Tru-Connect specializes in designing custom surveillance and alarm systems tailored to complex sites like:
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- Petrochemical refineries
- Manufacturing plants
- Utilities and critical infrastructure
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Our integrated solutions prioritize safety, scalability, and real-time responsiveness, giving operators and facility managers confidence in their systems.
Request a Free Security Assessment
If your facility still operates on outdated analog surveillance or fragmented systems, you’re at greater risk for safety incidents, compliance issues, and operational inefficiencies. Tru-Connect offers complimentary security assessments for industrial facilities across the Gulf Coast and beyond.
Schedule a free assessment today to identify blind spots, review your current infrastructure, and receive a customized plan to upgrade your surveillance and monitoring systems.