EchoPoint aces GIT Security Test
Reliable perimeter protection depends on more than just detecting intrusion attempts. Security teams need accurate location data, meaningful event classification and seamless integration with wider security systems. These capabilities were recently put to the test during an independent evaluation of our EchoPoint fibre-optic intrusion detection system as part of the GIT Security Test Series.
Conducted at our OPTEX facilities in France and independently assessed by security consultant Markus Piendl, the evaluation challenged EchoPoint with a series of realistic intrusion scenarios across both fence-mounted and buried deployments. The outcome was clear: EchoPoint successfully detected every prepared attack scenario and passed all elements of the test programme with merits, including fence detection, buried detection and system integration.
The testing was independently evaluated by recognised security consultant Markus Piendl, expert in security technologies and perimeter systems.
Markus was given full visibility of our planning, installation and commissioning processes before participating in practical field testing. Rather than observing a controlled demonstration, he assessed EchoPoint in realistic operating conditions while examining both fence-mounted and buried fibre-optic deployments.
One of the key strengths highlighted during the evaluation was EchoPoint's flexibility. Depending on site requirements, the sensing cable can be installed on a fence, buried underground, or deployed using a combination of both approaches. This makes the system suitable for a wide range of applications, from industrial facilities and logistics centres to airports and critical infrastructure sites.
He also noted the advantages of EchoPoint's passive fibre-optic architecture. With no active electronic components deployed along the perimeter, the system provides inherent resilience against lightning, electromagnetic interference and challenging environmental conditions.
Fence detection test result: Passed in full
The fence-mounted configuration was subjected to a variety of realistic intrusion scenarios, including:
• Climbing over the fence
• Positioning a ladder against the fence
• Using a blanket as a damping layer on the ladder
• Forcing open fence sections
• Cutting through the fence mesh
• Detection zone configuration
• Alarm performance assessments
Throughout each scenario, EchoPoint detected intrusion attempts and generated the appropriate alarm responses.
Buried detection test result: Passed in full
The buried fibre-optic deployment was then tested against several intrusion methods, including:
• Walking through the detection area
• Running through the detection area
• Crawling through the detection zone
• Rolling through the detection area
• Sensitivity adjustments
• Verification of pre-alarms, main alarms and location accuracy
The system demonstrated reliable detection across all movement types while accurately locating event positions.
Markus Piendl's assessment concluded with a strong endorsement of the system:
“EchoPoint responded to every attack scenario tested in a consistent and reliable manner. It was particularly helpful to be able to track pre-alarms, main alarms and tamper alarms in real time, and to compare the reported event positions with the GPS coordinates of the test points. Flexible installation on a fence, underground or as a hybrid solution opens up a wide range of applications across extensive perimeters and offers clear infrastructure benefits. Combined with video verification and video management, the result was a complete and practical alarm-handling process. My final conclusion is clear: I can recommend EchoPoint without reservation for perimeter protection projects.”
The independent GIT Security Test provides further validation of what our customers rely on every day: accurate detection, intelligent alarm management and dependable performance across even the most demanding environments. By passing every test scenario, EchoPoint has proven its ability to support effective perimeter protection at scale.
Read the full test report to discover the complete evaluation results or get in touch with our team to discuss how EchoPoint could be deployed across your site.
