5 misconceptions about industrial surveillance
In a world where industrial, environmental, and security risks are becoming increasingly complex, surveillance can no longer be reduced to static cameras and a lone security guard. Yet many outdated ideas persist in the industrial sector. It’s time to debunk them in light of emerging technology and innovation, especially those driven by agile startups like Lium.
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Today, industrial surveillance relies on far more advanced solutions: autonomous, mobile, and even aerial systems. This is the case with Horus, the surveillance balloon developed by Lium, capable of detecting fires, gas leaks, and intrusions in real time using embedded artificial intelligence.
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While defense remains a key sector, security concerns all sensitive industrial sites: Seveso, chemical, energy, etc. Risk management is not just a military matter. It’s also about the environment, human safety, and operational continuity. It affects any company looking to protect its infrastructure and its people.
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Not anymore. Thanks to innovation led by modern startups, it’s now possible to implement light, modular autonomous surveillance solutions. The Horus balloon, for instance, requires no heavy infrastructure, can be deployed quickly, and covers large areas from a single tethering point. The technology offers a strong cost-efficiency ratio.
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Many modern innovations are designed precisely to reduce the environmental footprint. Replacing manned drones or patrol vehicles with a lightweight balloon powered by optimized energy significantly limits emissions while ensuring continuous surveillance. The environment is now a central focus in the evolution of industrial technology.
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Not with today’s technology. We now have smart surveillance systems—targeted, respectful, and precise. Artificial intelligence processes data locally, avoiding unnecessary storage, and only raises alerts in case of anomalies. The result? A more relevant, less invasive, and better-accepted system on the ground.
Industrial surveillance is evolving. Thanks to innovation, artificial intelligence, and new formats like the autonomous balloon, it’s now possible to combine security, performance, environmental responsibility, and agility.
At Lium, we believe in a surveillance model that’s responsible, proactive, and tailored to tomorrow’s challenges.
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