Protect & respond · Feature guide

Video smoke and flame detection

Specialist video fire detection looks for visible patterns associated with smoke or flames. In a suitable industrial setting, it can provide an additional view of an emerging incident. This is a specialist design decision, not a general feature to assume on every AI camera.

Illustration of video analytics marking smoke and flames rising from an industrial waste bin
AI-generated illustration of smoke & flame detection. The scene and overlays explain the concept; they are not a PGAK screenshot or measured result.

How it works

Specialist video analytics look for visual patterns associated with smoke or flames.

Where it could help your business

Assess additional visual detection coverage for an industrial facility.

Involve a qualified fire-system professional before selecting equipment or deciding its role. The camera view, lighting, likely fire conditions and response process all affect the design. Follow the manufacturer’s commissioning and approved testing procedures.

What your camera setup needs

Requires specialist equipment and professional fire-system design. Ordinary CCTV is not a substitute for required fire protection.

Can an ordinary CCTV camera replace fire detectors?

Do not assume it can. The role of video detection depends on the approved equipment, system design and applicable requirements. Existing required fire protection must remain properly addressed.

Check it on your own site

Bring a camera model list and explain the event you want to find or detect. We can use that to scope a compatibility assessment. Ask for a written proposal naming the supported functions, processing hardware, licences and pilot checks before agreeing to an installation.

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