The New Indoor 3D Security LiDAR Optimized for Short-Range Applications

Blickfeld is expanding its existing security product portfolio with an additional 3D LiDAR sensor: complementing the established QbProtect sensor for perimeter protection, Blickfeld now introduces the QbProtect S.

Based on proven Blickfeld technology, this sensor has been specifically adapted to meet the demands of indoor environments. With high-resolution 3D sensing and advanced on-device security software, the sensor detects security-critical events with centimeter-level accuracy. This makes it ideal for the volumetric protection of valuable assets and areas, such as artworks in museums, server racks in data centers, banks, or premium residential properties, where highest precision is essential.

Detection of critical security events with centimeter-level precision
The QbProtect S captures its surroundings in three dimensions, generating high-resolution point clouds with up to 1,200 scan lines. On this basis, security zones can be configured within the scene with centimeter-level accuracy. Optimized for short-range applications up to 35 meters, the system precisely detects objects based on their actual size and direction of movement. At the same time, the LiDAR sensor even enables the reliable detection of reach-through attempts – such as a hand – at distances of up to 25 meters, to trigger targeted alarms in the event of an intrusion.

Discreet sensors for any architectural environment
Despite its powerful performance, the sensor protects sensitive indoor areas without drawing attention to itself. Thanks to its compact form factor, which is also available with an unobtrusive white housing, as well as its low-noise operation, the QbProtect S integrates discreetly into any interior concept. Power over Ethernet (PoE) minimizes cabling requirements, thereby fully preserving the visual appearance and architectural integrity of the space.

Intelligent on-device alarm generation without false alarms
Through powerful edge computing, the QbProtect S processes and analyzes 3D point cloud data directly on the device in real time. The web-based interface allows for the simple configuration of security zones. Thanks to Blickfeld Flow, a Node-RED-based software, security teams can individually configure alarm parameters. Whether object size, movement direction, alarm duration (dwell time), or track length – the system filters out interferences so that only genuine security-relevant events are reported. This reduces false alarms to an absolute minimum and prevents security teams from experiencing so-called alarm fatigue.

Proven strengths of Blickfeld technology

In addition, QbProtect S offers all the familiar benefits of the proven Blickfeld LiDAR technology. These include Privacy by Design (GDPR compliance) through purely spatial mapping – without recording faces or personally identifiable information – as well as lighting-independent performance. As a result, detection performance remains reliable and consistent at all times, even in complete darkness or changing lighting conditions.

“With QbProtect S, we are proud to provide a strong answer to a growing market demand, offering integrators and end customers a powerful sensor optimized for short-range applications,” says Andreas Bollu, VP Sales, Head of Business Unit Security. “Initial projects, for example with museums, are already demonstrating that the combination of high detection precision, architectural discretion, and absolute data protection is delivering exceptional results.”

LiDAR specialist Blickfeld and Senstar Technologies Corporation (Nasdaq: SNT), a leading international provider of comprehensive physical, video and access control security products and solutions, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Blickfeld to be acquired by Senstar Technologies Corporation subject to closing and regulatory conditions.

Both companies look forward to leveraging synergies and working closely together, but will operate largely independently of each other. Blickfeld GmbH and its subsidiary, Blickfeld North America Inc. will continue to exist under their current names as Senstar subsidiaries. Blickfeld CEO Dr. Mathias Müller will remain in office and lead his existing team.

Blickfeld was founded in 2017 by Dr. Mathias Müller, Rolf Wojtech and Dr. sc. Florian Petit and develops innovative 3D LiDAR technology for applications in the security, industrial, traffic and automation sectors. With its 3D security LiDAR sensor QbProtect, the company has already positioned itself as a successful player in the Security landscape.

Senstar CEO, Fabien Haubert, welcomes Blickfeld: “By joining forces with the talented team at Blickfeld, we advance our competitive positioning to further penetrate large, high-growth industries and verticals.  Combining Blickfeld’s proven, semiconductor-based LiDAR solutions with our portfolio expands our addressable market, enhances our situational awareness capabilities, and opens new prospects across the transportation and industrial verticals globally.  Blickfeld’s real-time 3D monitoring extends our intelligence capabilities in meaningful ways, and together, we can deliver a more comprehensive solution set to our customers.  We welcome Blickfeld to the Senstar team and are enthusiastic about the transformation it brings to our sustainable growth trajectory.”

Blickfeld CEO, Dr. Mathias Müller, says: „After several years of a trusting and successful partnership with Senstar, we are excited to now take the next step. We are proud to become part of Senstar and to be working together to expand into innovative application areas while improving our customers’ security concepts worldwide with the help of our LiDAR technology.”