Smarter Indoor Security for Warehouses: Safeguarding Assets and Operations

As warehouses and logistics centers expand to meet the demands of 24/7 operations and e-commerce growth, the value of what’s stored inside has never been higher or more vulnerable. With high-value goods, limited overnight staffing, and complex floorplans, traditional surveillance methods often fall short of preventing theft or unauthorized access. For optimal protection, warehouse operators are turning to intelligent indoor detection systems that offer both flexibility and precision.

OPTEX’s lineup of advanced indoor sensors is purpose-built to tackle these challenges. These solutions provide a multi-layered approach that integrates seamlessly with existing video and access control systems. Here's how the latest LiDAR and PIR technologies are helping redefine security within modern warehouse environments.

Precision Detection with the REDSCAN Series

OPTEX’s REDSCAN LiDAR sensors provide accurate, intelligent detection for high-risk indoor areas. These sensors create virtual detection zones that are well suited for monitoring movement in open spaces, tight aisles, rooftops, and sensitive entry points.

• REDSCAN mini series (RLS-2020S & RLS-2020i)
  • Compact and powerful, the REDSCAN mini delivers 20 by 20 meter coverage (65 feet by 65 feet) with both horizontal and vertical detection options. This model is ideal for warehouses that need discreet, high-resolution tracking, particularly in areas with limited lighting or narrow spaces. Multiple independent detection zones can be set, making it a great choice for loading docks, interior hallways, and stock rooms.

• REDSCAN mini-Pro (RLS-2020V & RLS-2020A)
  • The mini-Pro offers enhanced features including intelligent analytics, customizable detection areas, and real-time event filtering. The RLS-2020V model includes a built-in infrared full HD camera, providing visual verification for alarms. These sensors are particularly effective for protecting restricted zones, monitoring narrow corridors, and securing rooftop or ceiling access points.

• REDSCAN Pro (RLS-50100V & RLS-3060V)
  • For large or high-value storage areas, the REDSCAN Pro provides wide coverage with a detection range up to 165 by 330 feet. These models feature intelligent tracking of object size, speed, and position. With eight independently configurable zones per sensor, REDSCAN Pro is a powerful solution for areas where reliable, large-scale detection is critical.

Flexible PIR Motion Detection with FlipX Sensors

The FlipX Series provides versatile indoor protection with a unique 180-degree rotatable lens. This feature allows installers to easily switch between wide-angle and narrow-angle detection depending on the application.

• Wide-Angle Mode
  • Covers up to 85 degrees and is ideal for open spaces such as warehouse floors, offices, or staging areas.

• Narrow-Angle Mode
  • Focuses down to just 5 degrees, which is well suited for monitoring hallways, windows, or access-restricted zones.

FlipX models include both PIR and dual-technology options, with professional and advanced versions offering features such as anti-masking and high-sensitivity detection. Whether you are securing general work areas or specific high-risk zones, the FlipX Series delivers tailored protection with quick installation and configuration.

Overhead Protection with the SX-360Z

For ceiling-mounted detection, the SX-360Z provides dense 360-degree coverage using a zoom-adjustable lens. Suitable for ceilings from 8 to 16 feet high, this sensor is ideal for monitoring large open areas, entrances, and central inventory zones. Its multilevel pattern and patented multi-focus lens offer reliable performance in both residential and commercial indoor environments.

Why a Multi-Layered Approach to Indoor Security Matters

Warehouses are dynamic environments with varying levels of risk across different zones. Entry points, open storage areas, narrow aisles, and restricted sections each present unique vulnerabilities. Relying on a single type of sensor or detection method can leave critical blind spots unprotected. That’s why a layered approach is essential.

By combining technologies like LiDAR, PIR, and dual-tech sensors, you can tailor detection to specific risk areas and environmental conditions. For example, use REDSCAN LiDAR sensors to create invisible barriers along ceilings, walls, or rack systems. Deploy FlipX detectors in configurable wide or narrow modes to monitor hallways, bays, or doorways. Add ceiling-mounted detection like the SX-360Z for comprehensive overhead coverage. Together, these solutions provide reliable, zone-specific protection that works cohesively with your broader security system.

A multi-layered strategy strengthens your security posture, increases detection accuracy, and allows faster, more informed responses, giving you peace of mind that your warehouse is protected from the inside out.