Manufacturing security solutions protect valuable assets, ensure compliance, and keep operations running smoothly.
Manufacturing facilities keep the world running, and when they face disruptions, the effects are immediate and far-reaching. For example, in 2024, Hurricane Helene caused significant flooding that shut down Baxter International's factory in North Carolina—the largest producer of sterile IV fluids in the U.S. This closure led to nationwide shortages of essential medical supplies, forcing hospitals to delay elective surgeries and seek alternative treatments.
With so much at stake, safety and security at these facilities must take center stage.
Keeping a manufacturing facility secure isn’t as simple as locking the doors at the end of the day. With constant movement and valuable assets everywhere, the stakes are high and the risks ever-present.
Manufacturing facilities are mazes of loading docks, emergency exits, roof access points, and employee entrances. With raw materials arriving, products shipping out, and workers coming and going, access points stay busy around the clock. Without proper access control security systems, it’s all too easy for wrongdoers to slip through unnoticed.
Manufacturing facilities are packed with high-value assets: raw materials, finished products, heavy machinery, and specialized tools, to name a few. A single break-in could result in a significant hit to your bottom line.
Heavy machinery isn’t just a high-value target—it’s a serious physical security risk. From employees failing to follow procedures to unauthorized access, one wrong move can lead to major injuries, production delays, or even legal liabilities. Ensuring workplace safety also involves mitigating conflicts that can escalate into violence. Recently, for example, an argument over a food delivery at a manufacturing plant led to a fatal shooting.
There are a lot of potential risks, but the good news is that with the right manufacturing security solution, you can deter crime, protect valuable assets, and keep operations running without a hitch.
Raw materials have value. Finished products have value. Even scrap materials can be valuable in the right hands (or the wrong ones). Security systems act as both deterrent and detective. Visible manufacturing security measures make potential wrongdoers think twice, and surveillance systems catch those who don't.
Cameras do more than watch for intruders. They can be used to monitor restricted areas, ensure proper procedures are followed, and provide valuable documentation for training and improvement. When something goes wrong, security footage helps you understand what happened and prevent it from happening again.
Monitoring a workplace fosters accountability and trust. Security systems provide undeniable evidence of what happened and when, which protects honest employees from false accusations and discourages misconduct. It’s not about watching every move; it’s about keeping people safe and getting work done.
In manufacturing, time is money. Every minute your production line sits idle costs you. Security breaches, vandalism, or unauthorized access can stop operations in their tracks. But with security risks monitored and managed, you can spot potential problems before they impact production. Early detection means faster response times and less downtime.
The LVT® Platform makes it easy to check in on your facility at any time and from anywhere. As long as you have a device with internet access, you can review footage of your production line, identify bottlenecks, and identify where there is room to improve. It's about seeing the big picture—literally.
Your responsibility for security doesn't stop at your facility's walls. The integrity of your supply chain depends on strong security at every stage. From receiving raw materials to shipping finished products, security systems help maintain chain of custody, prevent tampering, and protect your reputation.
When an emergency hits, a few seconds could be the difference between a minor inconvenience and catastrophic damage. LVT gives you instant alerts, so the second someone is somewhere they shouldn’t be, you know exactly what's happening, where it's happening, and who's involved. This real-time information helps you make better decisions and keep your people and property out of harm’s way.
Manufacturing facilities like yours use LVT to deter tampering, increase jobsite security, gather evidence, decrease liability, and so much more. One security manager for a global logistics company stated, "No break-ins, no thefts. It's a great deterrent. We love seeing what is being monitored and getting the alerts."
Our mobile surveillance units are your facility's first line of defense. Facilities that put an LVT® Unit on their lot have seen:
Every facility is unique, and there are tons of manufacturing security solutions to choose from. If you’re not sure where to start, consider conducting a risk assessment. This will help you identify any security gaps in your operations and determine the type of solution you need.
If you're looking for a comprehensive solution to discover, deter, and defend® your facility, contact our team to see how we can help.
