SICS System
An award-winning, innovative solution designed to provide surveillance and enable data transmission in off-grid locations.
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Solar CCTV System
The Solar CCTV System (SICS) is an award-winning, solar-powered surveillance and communications system engineered for remote and off-grid environments. Designed for rapid deployment, it combines HD CCTV, thermal imaging, auto-tracking, and integrated analytics, all operating on renewable energy. Built with a fully insulated, IP66-rated 316L stainless steel cabinet and deployed on a 6m telescopic mast, the system withstands corrosive, high-wind, and extreme temperature environments (-40°C to +50°C). An advanced internal control system (ICPMS), battery redundancy, and remote health monitoring ensure continuous uptime with minimal maintenance. With forklift-ready skids, lifting eye points, and no need for groundworks, SICS is ideal for both temporary and semi-permanent deployments.
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Key Features
- Built for -40°C to +50°C with IP66-rated, thermally insulated enclosure
- Supports HD CCTV, thermal, PTZ, static, and 180/360° cameras, plus PIDS and RADAR
- Battery redundancy with real-time remote health checks to minimise downtime
- Fully operational in under 4 minutes
- Works with third-party hardware and VMS; fits new or existing systems
- Motion guard, loitering, perimeter alerts, object classification, Fence Guard
- 2m x 2m stainless steel base with stabilisers and dual safety barriers
- 720W solar array, 8kWh battery (80% DoD), saving 500kg+ CO₂ annually
- 6m mast with shielding, anti-wind design, and multiple lock points
- 30 days of local storage plus secure, cloud-based mobile viewing
- CE marked, EAC certified, built to Eurocode 1 & 3
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Challenge: Conventional CCTV systems are unsuitable for off-grid or extreme environments due to their reliance on power and fixed infrastructure.
Solution: The SICS system delivers reliable, off-grid monitoring and telecommunications wherever needed.
- Remote construction sites: Monitor health, safety, and equipment theft while reducing infrastructure costs.
- Highways & infrastructure: Enable traffic and air quality monitoring, TASCAR, and temporary site surveillance.
- Oil & Gas: Provide wellhead monitoring, gas detection, and telecoms at off-grid or environmentally challenging locations.
- Rail environments: Secure depots, crossings, and passenger areas with full connectivity.
- Telecoms & Events: Deliver temporary WiFi, mobile hotspot coverage, or integrate optional Starlink connectivity.
Technical Specifications
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +50°C
- Solar Array: 720W
- Battery System: 8kWh @ 80% DoD
- Cabinet: 316L Stainless Steel, IP66-rated, dual sealed doors, concealed hinges
- Dimensions (Transport): H 2400mm x W 2000mm x D 2000mm
- Dimensions (Deployed): H 6000mm x W 2800mm x D 2800mm
- Mast: 6m deployed height, 2.2m retracted, wind-resistant with polycarbonate screening
- Weight: 1000kg
- Camera Mounts: Supports PTZ, Bullet, Static, and Thermal Imaging Cameras
Camera Integration & Video Management
The SICS System supports integration with a wide range of surveillance cameras and VMS platforms. Discuss your specific requirements for:
- Camera Types: PTZ, Static, Bullet, Thermal, 180°/360° panoramic
- Recording & Access: Up to 30 days of onboard storage, encrypted remote viewing via mobile or desktop
- Software: Integration with existing or custom video management systems (VMS)
- Networking: Compatible with wireless, cellular, point-to-point, or satellite backhaul networks
FAQs
Solar-powered systems use solar panels to generate energy, ensuring continuous operation of communication equipment in remote or off-grid areas. The energy generated by the solar panels during the day are stored in the system batteries and then discharged to support the power needs of the attached sensors and telecommunications system. The camera sensors then supply the surveillance feed to our telecommunications device, which then relays the footage and alerts to the cloud for monitoring.
Our technologies reduce operational costs, minimise your carbon footprint and provide reliable operation in remote locations without grid dependency. This means that our technologies can be deployed quickly to where they are needed and for the duration required. Once the operational requirement is complete, then the systems can be either moved or decommissioned, making further savings against conventional hardwired systems.
Yes, even on cloudy days our systems will still capture irradiance, however this may not be at the same level as unimpeded irradiance. Our systems are designed to operate for extended periods during cloudy conditions and poor irradiance. In addition, each day we monitor power generation and consumption, to ensure uptime all year round.
Depending on the system, they are deployed onto level ground or concrete pad using our deployment trailer or HIAB and faced south, to maximise the generation of power from the sun. It is important to note that shading on the solar panels can have a detrimental effect on the capability to generate power, so we carefully deploy these systems to avoid any shading.
Yes, our systems can work seamlessly with existing security infrastructure. As our cameras and telecommunications systems are IP digital devices, we can integrate the cameras onto your existing Video Management Software (VMS) platform, which enables operators to remotely view and control the system.
Maintenance involves periodic cleaning of solar panels, checking battery health and ensuring the system is functioning properly. In addition, with agreement we can remotely monitor the system and assess performance, if required then we can deploy our maintenance team to support with these duties to ensure optimal performance.
We assess your location, power requirements and specific needs to recommend the best solution for your operational requirements. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all all model, and your requirement may require specific camera technologies (i.e. PTZ, Bullet, Thermal Imaging etc) and telecommunication methods to where the footage is being monitored. We will work closely with you to ensure the solution is appropriately specified for your requirements and budget.
How the system works
How the SICS works
| Location | UK London | Kazakhstan Atyrau | North America Denver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power per hour* (800w Array) | 41 – 100w | 48 – 140w | 127 – 165w |
| Power per month** | 30 – 73kWh | 35-100kWh | 91-118kWh |
| CO2 savings per year*** | 624kg | 816kg | 997kg |
| Equivalent number of trees sequestering carbon**** | 31 | 43 | 49 |
* Minimum and maximum wattage generated from winter to summer for the location
** Minimum and maximum wattage generated from winter to summer for the location
*** CO2 savings per SICS System
**** Data provided by United States Environmental Protection Agency (www.epa.gov)