• How Do Vape Sensors Work?

Vape sensors for schools employ a range of sensors to detect various events, with a specific focus on vaping. The vape sensor accurately assesses the likelihood and severity of vaping. Once the sensor reaches a predetermined threshold, signaling significance, an automatic alert is generated and sent to designated recipients such as the principal, nearby teachers, security officers, and others.

• How Many Sensors Will I Need?

For optimal performance, each sensor is designed for a 150-square-foot range and is most effective when centrally positioned in a room. The recommendation is to install one Vape Detector per regular-sized bathroom. In cases where cubicles are floor to ceiling, one detector per cubicle is advised.

• Will Vape Sensors Work In My Building?

Yes, all our sensors rely on Power over Ethernet (PoE) for power and internet access. Many schools are already equipped with PoE for security cameras. If not, a PoE injector and Ethernet cabling can be used. Existing structured cabling can be utilized, or the installation can be performed by the provider.

• Do I Need to Get an Electrician or Other Trades In?

No, the entire installation can be handled solely by us, requiring minimal assistance from the school. While an IT department's cooperation may be necessary for tasks such as opening ports, the entire setup can be managed without the need for additional trades.

• How Am I Alerted if Vaping is Detected?

Both Triton and Verkada communicates with the cloud to trigger SMS text messages and email alerts for vaping, as well as noise anomalies and tampering. Users have the flexibility to configure email addresses and phone numbers for those designated to receive alerts. The alert specifies the location where vaping is detected.

• Who Will Receive the Vaping Notifications?

Notifications are customizable and sent to individuals specified by the user. Recipients can be selected for each device, and each device has the capability to send alerts to multiple people, such as a nearby teacher and school administrator. Alerts are transmitted through various channels, including text messages, emails, app notifications, and Video Management System (VMS) alerts.