Warehouses & Distribution security in Calgary
Bordo Security Ltd
Warehouse security cameras in Calgary help owners and managers see yard activity, dock doors and storage areas, and keep track of who enters the building. Bordo Security Ltd designs and installs security cameras, access control and alarm systems for warehouses and distribution centres in Calgary and the surrounding Alberta areas. Since 2010, we have completed more than 1,350 projects, and our team of 12 specialists works with warehouses of different sizes, from single storage buildings to busy distribution sites.
What security cameras do warehouses need in Calgary?
Warehouses need cameras that cover the places where goods move and where people enter. That usually means cameras at dock doors, in receiving and shipping areas, along racking aisles and in the yard. Cameras at gates can capture licence plates as vehicles arrive and leave, which helps when a shipment is questioned or a vehicle needs to be identified. Inside the building, cameras help managers check stock movement, find misplaced goods and review incidents without walking the whole floor.
Good camera placement matters more than the number of cameras. We place cameras so entrances, dock doors, high-value storage areas and the yard are covered, and so recordings are clear enough to identify people and vehicles. Footage is stored securely, and managers can review it from the office or remotely.
What is included in a typical warehouse security system:
- Security cameras for dock doors, receiving and shipping areas, racking aisles and the yard
- Licence-plate capture cameras at gates and yard entrances
- Access control for staff doors, offices and restricted storage areas
- Alarm systems with 24/7 monitoring for unoccupied overnight buildings
- Remote viewing so managers can check cameras from the office or off site
- Clear signage and a recorded system that supports incident review and theft investigation
How do yard and dock-door cameras help with theft and shrinkage?
Theft and shrinkage in a warehouse often happen at the points where goods change hands: the dock, the gate and the storage aisle. Cameras at dock doors record loading and unloading, so a shipment can be checked against what was recorded. Yard cameras show vehicles entering and leaving, and licence-plate capture adds a record of each vehicle. When something goes missing, recorded footage helps managers see what happened, when it happened and who was involved, instead of relying on memory alone.
How does access control work for warehouse staff doors?
Access control lets managers decide who can open each door and when. Staff use a fob, card or code to enter staff doors, offices and restricted storage areas, and each entry is recorded. Doors to high-value stock can be limited to the people who need them, and access can be changed quickly when staff change roles or leave. Access control also keeps doors locked after hours, so the building stays secure when no one is on site.
What happens overnight when the warehouse is unoccupied?
An alarm system protects the warehouse when the building is empty. Door and motion sensors watch entrances, dock doors and storage areas, and the system is monitored around the clock. If an alarm is triggered, the monitoring station and the people you name are contacted, so a response can start quickly. Cameras can also be checked remotely, so an alarm can be reviewed before anyone attends the site.
How does our project work?
Every warehouse project follows the same clear process, so you know what will happen and when.
- Site assessment – We visit your warehouse, walk through the yard, dock doors and storage areas, and talk with you about theft, shrinkage and access concerns.
- Scope and design – We prepare a plan that shows camera positions, access control points and alarm coverage, and we agree it with you before work starts.
- Professional installation – Our team of 12 specialists installs the cameras, access control and alarms, labels the system and shows your team how to use it.
- Monitoring and ongoing support – We set up alarm monitoring and remote viewing, and we are available to help if you have questions or need changes later.
Frequently asked questions about warehouse security cameras in Calgary
What security cameras do warehouses need?
Most warehouses need cameras at dock doors, in receiving and shipping areas, along racking aisles and in the yard. Gate cameras with licence-plate capture help identify vehicles, and indoor cameras help managers review stock movement and incidents.
Can you capture licence plates at warehouse gates?
Yes. Licence-plate capture cameras are placed at gates and yard entrances, where vehicles slow down, so plates can be recorded as vehicles arrive and leave.
How does access control help in a warehouse?
Access control limits each door to the people who need it, records entries, and makes it easy to change access when staff change roles or leave. It also keeps staff doors, offices and restricted storage areas locked after hours.
Do you provide alarm monitoring for unoccupied warehouses overnight?
Yes. Alarm systems for warehouses are monitored around the clock, so if a sensor is triggered overnight, the monitoring station and the people you name are contacted.
Can managers view warehouse cameras remotely?
Yes. Warehouse cameras can be viewed remotely, so managers can check the yard, dock doors and storage areas from the office or off site, and review recorded footage when needed.
To discuss security cameras and access control for your warehouse in Calgary, call Bordo Security Ltd at 403-397-3300. We are available Monday–Saturday, 8:00am–7:00pm. Contact us to book a site assessment.
