i-PRO (formerly Panasonic Security), a global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, deployed its AI-powered camera technology at a UK aerospace manufacturing facility. The project, delivered in partnership with long-time integrator Richards CCTV, modernized the site’s aging security infrastructure.

With high-value assets, civil aviation regulations, and extensive health-and-safety oversight requirements at play, the company sought a more intelligent, robust, and resilient security platform. To meet these demands, Richards CCTV designed and implemented an upgrade based on i-PRO’s edge-AI camera technology. The installation included 169 high-performance cameras deployed across production lines, common areas, external perimeters, and critical zones.

Key components included:

• Advanced Camera Technology: i-PRO’s portfolio includes AI-enabled S-Series cameras that can distinguish people from objects in real time to reduce false alarms, high-speed PTZ cameras that extend perimeter awareness, and fixed domes that deliver clear evidence in shared spaces to help resolve incidents quickly. The cameras are integrated with i-PRO Active Guard, the AI-powered search application that turns camera metadata into actionable intelligence.
• Remote Monitoring and Analytics Enhance Operational Efficiency: Real-time alerts and mobile integration allow managers to receive live notifications and make decisions remotely. Meanwhile, embedded AI analytics enable quality-control teams to detect manufacturing anomalies earlier.

“Our client was happy to lean on our long-standing experience working with i-PRO cameras and the local i-PRO team,” said Phil Luckman, sales account manager at Richards CCTV. “Knowing that i-PRO is willing to properly engage with a customer, come on-site if required, and help demonstrate a proof-of-concept is invaluable.”

From the outset, system reliability and ease of integration were key. Post-deployment, the aerospace manufacturer has seen measurable improvements across several fronts. Looking ahead, the installation offers scalability and future-proofing. Planned expansions include securing additional tree-lined zones and increasing coverage in logistics corridors. The facility is also exploring new use cases for i-PRO’s evolving AI capabilities.

“The cameras provide excellent images in all lighting conditions—every single one performed out of the box,” Luckman said. “With their build quality and long warranties, we know the i-PRO system will deliver long-term value.”