Solutions for Energy and Utilities

Utilities and energy companies require robust security systems to monitor and protect electrical substations, transformers, wind farms and other energy infrastructure. BCD supports security integrators and consultants with purpose-built video data infrastructure for energy and utility deployments. We offer innovative, validated power plant video recording systems and other appliances, with 24/7/365 support.

Industry Challenges

Energy and utility companies require monitoring systems because of the challenges they face:

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Remote locations

Multiple threats

Liability risks

Regulatory risks

Remote locations

Remote solar, utility and infrastructure sites often face higher exposure to theft, vandalism, equipment damage and weather-related disruptions. Some remote locations have limited grid access, making deployment challenging.

Multiple threats

Utilities and energy companies also face increasing state-sponsored threats, vandalism, insider threats, cyberattacks and theft of valuable materials, such as copper, that are part of the grid. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems are vulnerable to remote, unauthorized access. A layered security infrastructure can help protect sites from multiple risk types.

Liability risks

Unauthorized access to areas containing live electrical components can pose risks to the public and lead to lawsuits for utilities. BCD configures video data infrastructure that supports access monitoring around hazardous areas.

Regulatory risks

Some energy companies need to follow Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cybersecurity rules. Failure to comply with these and other regulatory requirements for providing safe and secure energy systems can result in fines and penalties.

BCD Energy Facility Video Surveillance Solutions

BCD provides video data infrastructure built for the needs of energy companies:

Compliance-ready options: BCD has experience working with government security compliance. We can deliver systems designed to support procurement requirements outlined by the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Harsh environment solutions: BCD offers harsh environment servers, designed to maintain a robust video data infrastructure even in locations with dust, wind, shocks, moisture and vibrations. Ideal for remote utility infrastructure projects, these servers support the effectiveness of video surveillance systems in environments where traditional servers may fail.
Scale-out storage: Scale storage capacity by adding nodes and clusters. These options support the heavy workloads typical in the energy industry.

BCD-Recommended Utility Infrastructure Monitoring Systems

For energy and utilities customers, BCD recommends:

All-in-one surveillance appliance: Featuring cloud compatibility and up to 96 terabytes of raw data storage, this appliance is available in eight- or 24-port switch models. It is an appropriate solution for small and medium-sized refineries and remote utility projects.
Validated artificial intelligence (AI) solutions: AI-ready systems support parallel processing, high-resolution video and high frame rates. They simplify and automate perimeter monitoring, intrusion detection, equipment monitoring and anomaly detection for better visibility across remote energy assets.

Our Partners

In the energy and utility sector, we can provide advanced capabilities through our partnerships. For example, we partner with Convergint, an industry leader with experience in providing scalable solutions for critical infrastructure protection.

For critical infrastructure such as IT/OT networks and substations, we also work with Siemens to deploy quality hardware and advanced access control solutions.

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For substation surveillance infrastructure and application-specific security solutions for energy customers, BCD works closely with consultants and security integrators to deliver reliable solutions. Contact us today for a consultation about your next project.

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