i-Pro and Richards CCTV Strengthen Aerospace Manufacturing Compliance and Safety
i-Pro Co., formerly Panasonic Security, a global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, has deployed its AI-powered camera technology at a major UK aerospace manufacturing facility.
The project, delivered in partnership with long-time integrator Richards CCTV, modernized the site’s aging security infrastructure, observing stringent aviation industry compliance requirements while enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and future scalability.
A prominent supplier within the global aerospace supply chain, the customer operates in a high-risk environment where precision engineering and rigorous safety standards are essential. Its legacy security system had grown increasingly unreliable, lacking the advanced functionality and analytics required for today’s complex security landscape. With high-value assets, civil aviation regulations, and extensive health and safety requirements in view, the company sought a more intelligent, robust, and resilient security platform.
Richards CCTV designed and implemented a comprehensive upgrade to meet these demands based on i-Pro’s edge AI camera technology. The installation included 169 high-performance cameras deployed across production lines, common areas, external perimeters, and critical zones. The company’s portfolio includes AI-enabled S-series cameras that can distinguish people from objects in real time to reduce false alarms, high-speed PTZ cameras that extend perimeter awareness, and fixed domes that deliver clear evidence in shared spaces to help resolve incidents quickly. The cameras are integrated with Active Guard, i-Pro’s AI-powered search application that turns camera metadata into actionable intelligence, enabling operators to run real-time alerts and proactively manage incidents before they escalate.
Real-time alerts and mobile integration allow managers to receive live notifications and make decisions remotely, reducing the need for constant on-site supervision. Embedded AI analytics enable quality-control teams to detect manufacturing anomalies earlier, increasing production integrity, and minimizing downtime.
Post-deployment, the aerospace manufacturer has seen measurable improvements across several fronts. The ability to analyze footage from multiple angles has helped refute false personal injury claims, while also identifying root causes of legitimate incidents, leading to meaningful updates in health and safety policies. The new system’s high-fidelity audit trails also support quality assurance and compliance documentation, delivering transparency for internal stakeholders and regulators alike.
Looking ahead, the installation offers scalability and future-proofing, enabling the end user to adapt the system to continuously evolving needs and industry standards. Planned expansions include securing additional tree-lined zones and increasing coverage in logistics corridors. The facility is also exploring new use cases for i-Pro’s evolving AI capabilities, including automated detection of PPE compliance and unsafe behavior around heavy machinery.
