Recently Zenien completed the electrical and Information technology requirements for two “Oscar” trailer mounted camera systems. Designed and installed for the City of Swan in Perth Western Australia, the systems are rugged, park anywhere and monitor remotely surveillance devices.

Using mostly Bosch technology with Zenien know how, the “Oscar” trailers will be used in during events such as concerts and the Spring in the Valley festival. They will also be used to remotely monitor and record crime problem areas or areas where graffiti and anti-social behaviour have been observed.

The trailers have the capability to be monitored and controlled either using localised wireless networking systems or across the internet using 3G mobile access. We are also looking at extending the remote capabilities in various other ways such as wireless mesh solutions.

The cameras we used were the Bosch MIC 400 Extreme Cameras. These cameras are impressive feats of engineering and typical Bosch quality and innovation. IP68 rated with brushless motors for ultra reliability, the MIC 400 camera also has an impressive optical features.

The cameras are mounted on telescopic camera poles that are elevated using pressurised air to an approximate height of 7 metres. This system gives a fantastic birds-eye view and is vandal resistant.

These systems were launched by Hon Brendan O’Connor – Federal Minister for Home Affairs on 4 May 2010 and Zenien has received a considerable amount of interest and positive feedback.

Zenien would like to thank the City of Swan for the opportunity to work on such an interesting project and for their amazing engineering skills. We would also like to thank Bosch, MEY Equipment and Cary’s Electrical Services for all their fantastic assistance and efforts.