Cloud Based Camera Systems
Cloud-Based Management, Mobile Entry & Integrated SecurityProfessional Surveillance Camera System Installations in Appleton & Northeast WI
If you are a business looking to improve your school, office, or facility’s security with cloud-based management and high-performance surveillance, Lappen Security Products is your premier partner in the Fox Valley area.
As an authorized Avigilon installer, we specialize in installing state-of-the-art surveillance and integrated security solutions that provide 360-degree protection for your property.
Why Implement Cloud-Based Surveillance?
Avigilon cloud-based surveillance directly addresses the most common frustrations experienced by business owners:
- Unlike local recorders that can fail without warning, cloud systems provide real-time alerts if a camera goes offline, ensuring you never miss a critical moment.
- No need to scrub through hours of tape. AI-powered search allows you to filter by person, vehicle, or color to find evidence in seconds.
- Secure, tamper-proof footage stored off-site provides irrefutable evidence to defend your business against fraudulent worker's compensation claims.
- Manage all your business locations from a single login, eliminating the need to travel to different sites just to pull video footage.
- Avoid massive upfront hardware investments and expensive IT maintenance by shifting to a scalable, subscription-based model.
We are cloud-based surveillance camera installers with extensive experience installing Avigilon camera systems. Contact us at [email protected], or call us at 920-734-3027 for a quote on your service!
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Certified Installers
Avigilon Camera Systems
- Lappen Security proudly partners with Avigilon to bring you easy-to-use and reliable surveillance cloud-based camera systems to enhance your business' safety.
- Expert installers of Dome, Bullet, 360-Degree, PTZ, and Specialty security cameras, as well as video storage solutions.
- Reliable access control installers since 1953 and a trusted Avigilon camera installer serving Northeast Wisconsin.
Benefits of Cloud Security Camera Systems for Businesses
Switching to a cloud-based infrastructure offers several strategic advantages over legacy on-premise systems:
- Unlimited Access: Your security dashboard is accessible anywhere, anytime via smartphone, tablet, or desktop.
- Less Maintenance: You don't have to worry about maintaining physical servers or hard drives. Software and firmware updates are typically pushed automatically by the provider.
- Easy to Scale: Adding new cameras is as simple as plugging them in and connecting it to the network. You don't need to buy a new NVR just because you ran out of physical ports or storage space.
- Enhanced Reliability: Cloud systems often feature dual streaming or local SD card backups, so that if you temporarily lose internet connection, the cameras keep recording and syncing to the cloud once connection is restored.
- AI-Powered Analytics: Most cloud platforms include built-in AI that can distinguish between a person, a vehicle, or an animal, significantly reducing false alarms.
Find the Right Video Security System
Surveillance Cameras We Install
Lappen Security provides installations for cloud-based solutions, mega pixel video cameras, NVRs (network video recorders), high resolution flat panel HDCCTV monitors, outdoor surveillance cameras, video analytics, wide dynamic, day/night, and IR cameras, HDCCTV accessories, pan/tilt/zoom cameras, and multi-sensor cameras.
Cloud vs Local Security Cameras
Let’s compare the pros and cons of cloud-security camera systems over local camera systems:
| Feature | Cloud Security Systems | Local Security Cameras |
|---|---|---|
| Data Storage | Third-party remote servers | On-site NVR/DVR/SD cards |
| Accessibility | Global remote access via App/Web | Mostly on-site network access |
| Internet Connection | Required for cloud features | Not required for recording |
| Installation | Easy (Plug-and-play) | Complex (Wiring to central NVR) |
| Scalability | High (Unlimited cameras/storage) | Limited by hardware capacity |
| Updates | Automatic & Instant | Manual & Periodic |
| Cost | Low upfront, monthly subscription | High upfront, no/low monthly fees |
How to Choose the Right Camera System
When evaluating cameras, look beyond the price tag and focus on these technical specifications:
- Resolution: Aim for at least 1080p (HD). For areas where you need to identify license plates or faces clearly, 4K resolution is recommended.
- Field of View (FOV): A wider FOV covers more ground but may distort edges. A narrower FOV is better for focusing on specific points like cash registers.
- Night Vision/IR: Ensure the camera has Infrared (IR) capabilities or low-light sensors for 24/7 visibility.
- Durability (IP & IK Ratings): For outdoor use, look for an IP66 or IP67 rating (weatherproof). For high-risk areas, look for IK10 (vandal-resistant).
- On-Camera Storage: Look for cameras with an SD card slot to provide additional storage in case your internet connection goes down.
Enterprise-Grade Security for Businesses
Avigilon™ Cloud-Based
Camera Systems
Lappen Security installs Avigilon camera systems for Fox Valley clients. Avigilon, a Motorola Solutions company, provides enterprise-grade security for businesses that cannot afford a breach. Their cloud-based systems are built with a security-first mindset.
- End-to-End Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit using TLS, and at rest using 256-bit AES encryption within Avigilon Cloud Services.
- No Port Forwarding: Avigilon systems eliminate risky port forwarding, a common entry point for hackers in traditional systems.
- NDAA Compliance: Hardware meets strict government standards for cybersecurity, ensuring no backdoor vulnerabilities are present.
Avigilon H4 Multisensor Camera
Motorola Solutions’ H5A-PTZ Camera
Avigilon H5A Rugged PTZ Camera
Avigilon Case Study: Rogers Public Schools
Cloud-Based Camera System FAQs
Below are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding our cloud-based camera system installation services. If you have any other questions, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
Can I integrate cloud cameras with my existing security system?
Yes. Most modern cloud platforms are built with open APIs or support ONVIF standards, allowing them to communicate with your existing alarm systems, electronic door locks (Access Control), and sensors for a unified security dashboard.
Will cloud cameras slow down my office internet?
Modern systems use bandwidth management or bitrate throttling, only uploading high-res footage when motion is detected, minimizing the impact on your network.
What happens if my internet goes out?
Most professional cloud cameras have "Edge Storage." They record to an internal SD card during an outage and automatically upload that footage to the cloud once the connection is restored.
Is my footage private in the cloud?
Yes. Leading providers like Avigilon use advanced encryption and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to ensure that only authorized users can view the video data.
Do I have to pay a monthly fee?
Most cloud systems will require a subscription to cover the cost of secure hosting, AI features, and automatic software updates. However, this often offsets the cost of maintaining expensive on-site servers.
How much cloud storage history can I keep?
This is entirely flexible. Unlike local hard drives that overwrite themselves once full, cloud plans allow you to choose a retention period that fits your needs—typically ranging from 30, 60, or 90 days up to a full year of historical footage.
Can I share video clips with the police or insurance companies?
Absolutely. One of the biggest perks of a cloud system is the ability to generate a secure, password-protected link or download an MP4 file of a specific event. You can send this instantly via email or text without needing to physically go to the site to pull footage from a recorder.
How many users can access the camera feeds at once?
Most cloud systems allow for unlimited user accounts with customizable permissions. You can grant a manager access to only their specific store branch while giving the business owner "Super Admin" rights to view every location across the country.
Do cloud cameras work in extreme weather?
Yes, as long as you choose hardware with the appropriate IP (Ingress Protection) rating. Most outdoor-rated cloud cameras are designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 60°C, making them resilient against heavy rain, snow, and extreme heat.
Success Stories
Case Studies
City of Appleton
Of the security companies considered, Lappen Security Products was chosen after a series of meetings, including a hands-on demonstration at Lappen’s showroom.
The Appleton Police Department now has HD Avigilon cameras installed at its facilities, with plans to integrate them city-wide as replacements are needed.
“This system is the best fit for us. It fully meets our needs and we’ve had zero problems with it,” Fox said.
Lamers Dairy
Lappen Security Project Manager Chad Bevers deployed seven (7) High Definition Megapixel cameras and an Avigilon 1-terabyte Network Video Recorder, giving them the surveillance shots they needed and a recording device with an internal hard drive that doesn’t require daily tape changes.
With the new cameras deployed, Eric and Lamers Dairy have crystal clear HD video that provides them a fantastic view all around their property, allowing them to get a clear shot for facial recognition of everyone who enters and exits their shop.
Bellvue Parks
At all four of the parks, outdoor, vandal-resistant cameras were placed in strategic positions to give parks director Joel Gregozeski the ability to see who has been using their pavilions and playgrounds at any time, day or night, and keep recordings on their digital video recorders for weeks after.
Access Control was also deployed on each restroom door to allow the village to lock down and open each restroom at specific times.
Need a Camera System Installed? Contact Lappen Security!
Lappen Security has been serving the Fox Cities since 1953, providing cloud-based surveillance camera systems to the communities of Appleton and Northeast WI. We are the area’s premier provider of camera system installations and security product integrations.
Our team focuses on bringing you the latest in security technology. Experience “The Lappen Difference” and contact our team today!