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Sentinel Storage

Unit Alarms

Individual Protection. Complete Peace of Mind

Every storage unit deserves its own layer of protection. Sentinel’s unit alarm systems give operators and customers confidence that every space is individually secured, monitored, and connected to the broader site network.
Whether it’s a small metro facility or a large regional site, our modular alarm design scales effortlessly — providing individual protection for hundreds of units with the same reliability as the first.

Purpose-Built for Self Storage

Sentinel unit alarms are engineered specifically for the self-storage environment. Each alarm is linked directly to the facility’s access control and monitoring platform, ensuring that every unit is armed and disarmed automatically based on gate PIN activity.

⦁ Automatic arming/disarming via access control PINs
⦁ Event-based alerts for forced entry or tampering
⦁ Individual status indication on Door Status Boards (DSBs)
⦁ Optional integration with CCTV and lighting systems for complete event verification

Each system is fully integrated with Sentinel Access Control and Monitoring, allowing seamless playback and event linking for fast incident resolution.

System Components

Our unit alarm system combines reliability with flexibility through a series of interconnected components:

⦁ Reed Switches: Floor-mounted for roller doors or surface-mounted for swing doors, detecting any unauthorised door movement.
⦁ Door Control Boards (DCBs): Manage communication between sensors and the control system, with options for internal or weatherproof enclosures.
⦁ Power & Wiring Harnesses: 12 V DC power per every five devices with earth cable and shielded data line for interference-free performance.
⦁ Override Switches: Allow staff to temporarily bypass alarm zones for maintenance or approved access.
⦁ Zone Expanders: Add capacity for multi-building or multi-level installations without re-wiring the core panel.

Integration Options

Sentinel unit alarms integrate seamlessly with the full range of Sentinel technologies:

Access Control:

Automatically arms/disarms units based on access events.

Monitoring Centre:

Sends alarm events directly to Sentinel’s Australian-based monitoring team for immediate response.

SiteLink & Storman:

Alarm status and events can be viewed directly through management software for operational clarity.

CCTV & Lighting:

Alarms can trigger camera bookmarks and lighting activation to capture incidents in real time.

Flexible Deployment

We support a variety of installation types:
Unit Type Alarm Style Mounting Option Notes
Roller Door Units
Floor-mounted magnetic reed
Internal
Most common configuration
Swing Door Units
Surface-mounted magnetic reed
Internal
Ideal for smaller or locker units
External Access Units
Weatherproof enclosure
External
Designed for outdoor or drive-up bays
Multi-Level Sites
Distributed DCB network
Internal/External
Uses zone expanders for long-run cabling

Why Customers
Choose Sentinel?

⦁ Designed and manufactured specifically for self-storage environments

⦁ Fully integrated with Sentinel Access Control and Monitoring

⦁ Modular, scalable, and serviceable by Australian and New Zealand technicians

⦁ Supports over 1,000 individually alarmed units per site

⦁ Built to withstand the rigours of daily customer use and environmental exposure

Built for Smarter, Safer Storage

Our approach goes beyond basic detection. Sentinel unit alarms provide operators with site-wide visibility, automation, and reliability — ensuring every unit is individually protected, and every customer has the confidence their space is secure.

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