Smart security supports roadworks

As part of the North-South Limburg project in Belgium, De Werkvennootschap (a Flemish public entity, coordinating complex mobility projects) is deploying ten Watchtower Alarmkits to secure vacant buildings. The buildings have been expropriated for the construction of the new major roadway. This temporary security solution enables safe and uninterrupted roadworks while minimizing nuisance such as vandalism, drug use, and criminal activity. 

After the expropriating, the buildings became vacant and will be demolished for the construction of the new roadway. The buildings became quickly a problem for the local community and the Werkvennootschap: squatters, drug traffic/use and other criminal activity.  

Watchtower secured the vacant buildings with Watchtower Alarmkits: a wireless security system including motion detectors, video verification, and sirens, with 24/7 monitoring by a licensed alarm centre. Verified alarms trigger police response and client notification.   

This collaboration highlights how smart technology, and preventive measures can enhance safety and efficiency in large-scale infrastructure projects, preventing delays, additional cost, or even fines for the constructors. And the local community has an increases safety. A win-win for all actors.