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Trackside Approved Safety and Security
The WCCTV Network Rail Tower is a rapid deployment CCTV tower designed specifically for use on rail infrastructure projects.
Standing 7m tall and painted Network Rail orange, it features a PTZ camera mounted at height to provide a strong visual deterrent and full-site visibility.
Approved for trackside use by Network Rail (PADS Certificate: PA05/04778), the tower supports security, workforce safety, compound oversight and time lapse footage capture.
The system is built using non-conductive materials and includes wireless video transmission, a 360° infrared PTZ camera, live audio challenge capability, onboard video storage and motion detection sensors.
It can be deployed in minutes without permanent infrastructure, making it ideal for temporary works, mobile operations and any site that requires approved CCTV coverage.
Certified for Rail Use. Trusted on Trackside Projects.
Due to its non-conductive mast and chassis, the WCCTV Network Rail Tower is the only rapid deployment CCTV solution approved for trackside deployments.
Our highly visible CCTV towers are backed by advanced motion detection technology and live monitoring services, helping to proactively prevent and deter crime.
Our CCTV Towers require no complicated set up or installation process, meaning you can have full site security in minutes, not days.
As your projects develop and new safety and security challenges emerge, our CCTV Towers can be quickly moved to cover new areas of vulnerability.
Our built-in 4G/5G connectivity allows you to remotely access our cameras anywhere at any time via our free mobile app and desktop software.
WCCTV is the market leader in mobile surveillance, developing and building all of our own systems in-house, allowing us to deliver unmatched functionality and support.
Deploying a WCCTV Tower backed by remote monitoring offers savings of up to 88% when directly compared with the cost of physical guarding services.
Certified and Trusted Trackide Technology
Our rail tower is designed for rail infrastructure projects where compliance, visibility and rapid deployment are essential. Below are the technical details that support its performance.
360° PTZ camera with full HD infrared coverage
Onboard motion detectors for automatic incident triggering
Audio speakers for live or pre-recorded voice challenge
Optional fixed and thermal camera inputs
Local recording with up to 4TB storage
Time lapse camera integration available
Built from non-conductive materials for trackside safety
Approved for use by Network Rail (PADS Certificate: PA05/04778)
Wireless transmission of video and alerts
Ideal for short-term or mobile projects
It’s a fully compliant CCTV system that gives rail teams complete control over safety, oversight and incident response.
Deployed Across the UK Rail Network
The WCCTV Network Rail Tower is used across rail projects to support safety, project visibility and asset protection.
It’s most commonly used for:
Trackside works to monitor activity, deter trespass and provide a visual record of engineering works
Depots and compounds to secure plant, equipment, welfare units and access points
Level crossings to monitor temporary installations, gate status and unauthorised movement
Cable theft prevention during high-risk works or in areas with known interference
Night-time works where real-time alerts and incident recording support safety compliance
Time lapse footage for project delivery, stakeholder reporting or reviewing key build phases
The tower gives rail contractors and project teams a high-performance system they can rely on without fixed installation.
Extended Capability For Your Tower
The Network Rail Tower can be equipped with a range of add-ons that support site management, improve safety oversight and capture critical data.
Time Lapse Camera: Capture a full visual record of your works, with high-resolution footage delivered as an edited time lapse video for stakeholder reporting or project review.
Remote Monitoring: Connect your tower to an NSI Gold accredited monitoring station. Operators review each alert, issue voice-down warnings and escalate incidents in real time.
Mobile Keyholding: If an activation occurs out of hours, a licensed responder attends site, investigates and delivers a full report. Your teams stay off call while the site remains protected.
Site Condition Monitoring: Add IoT sensors to monitor dust, noise, vibration, CO₂ and weather conditions. Data is accessed through WCCTV’s platform to support reporting and compliance.
Each add-on gives your team more visibility, faster response and the insight needed to stay compliant.
Contact us
A more flexible and convenient solution to your security and surveillance challenges is just a step away. Get in touch with our security experts and let us know how we can help.
Is the Tower Approved for Use on the UK Rail Network?
The WCCTV Network Rail Tower holds full PADS approval (PA05/04778) and is certified for use on trackside, depot and level crossing applications.
What Makes This Tower Suitable for Rail Projects?
It is built using non-conductive materials, features a high-visibility finish and includes technology for live monitoring, real-time alerts and full incident review.
What Kind of Incidents Can the Tower Detect?
It can detect motion, trespass, unauthorised access and high-risk activity around compounds, trackside zones and temporary worksites.
Does the Tower Support Remote Monitoring?
It can be linked to a live monitoring partner who will assess alerts, issue live warnings and escalate confirmed incidents.
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