Act One: A Decisive Night in an Industrial Zone
December 30, 2023, 03:12
The night is calm in the industrial zone.
During a perimeter patrol, a Protectas officer detects a suspicious smell of burning. He stops, observes, and assesses.
His intuition is quickly confirmed: a fire is spotted via CCTV cameras, on the roof of a neighboring building.
The security chain is activated.
The patroller immediately informs the manufacture’s operations center, which alerts emergency services.
Located right next to the watchmaking manufacture, the affected building — not equipped with an automatic alarm transmission system to the fire brigade — was quickly taken under control thanks to Protectas’ swift reaction.
A First Intervention… Then the Flames Return
But the fire spreads aggressively, threatening several businesses and nearby homes. Firefighters intervene, bring the blaze under control after several hours, and leave the site.
It seems the danger is over.
Yet, only a few hours later, the fire reignites.
Once again, it is a Protectas officer who detects the signs, raises the alarm, and enables a second intervention before it is too late.
48 Hours of Mobilization, Zero Loss
For over two days, the Protectas teams ensured:
- Enhanced surveillance
- Coordination with firefighters and law enforcement
- Access and traffic management
- Making the campus infrastructure available to emergency services
No casualties, no further spread of the fire, and several sites preserved.
Professionalism that was recognized by the authorities.
The Chief of the Geneva Fire Brigade sent an official letter of thanks to Protectas for its vigilance and decisive role in controlling the fire:
“I wish to express my sincere thanks to your officers for alerting our central alarm system to signal the start of a fire. This quick reaction greatly helped to prevent the flames from spreading to neighboring buildings.”
— Commander and Fire Chief, Geneva Fire & Rescue
Months Later, Urgency Strikes at the Heart of the Manufacture
Following this external incident, two new emergencies put the Protectas system to the test — this time inside the manufacture itself.
July 2024, 06:55
A smoke detector is triggered on a production floor.
A machine is on fire. The incident is contained to one area, but the risk is high.
Protectas officers intervene immediately: verify the alarm, attempt to extinguish the fire with a handheld extinguisher, evacuate the affected floor, and alert the fire brigade.
The blaze is quickly brought under control by Geneva Fire & Rescue.
October 2024, 12:31
A second fire breaks out in a cleaning room. This time, flammable solvents ignite, producing dense, black, toxic smoke.
Direct intervention is impossible: officers seal off the area, quickly evacuate the floor, and summon emergency services. The fire is contained after a complex firefighting operation.
Two Internal Incidents, One Outcome: Controlled Safety
Both incidents required several weeks of decontamination (acidic soot, solvents, oils). Restoration work was carried out — without interrupting production in the rest of the facility.
The client sent a letter of commendation to Protectas, praising the speed of intervention, the rigor of protocols, and the unwavering commitment of the teams on the ground.
Security Designed for the Most Demanding Environments
This major watchmaking manufacture benefits from a comprehensive security solution, combining top-level human oversight with cutting-edge technologies.
Permanent Human Presence
- Multiple Protectas teams on continuous rotation, 24/7
- Redundant operations centers across sites
- Risk-specific patrol routes
- Regular training: fire, evacuation, crisis coordination
Advanced Technology
- State-of-the-art CCTV system (including thermal cameras)
- Numerous detection points: fire, intrusion, gas, access control
- Centralized hypervisor managing all critical systems
- Intelligent analytics and automated alerts
Three Incidents. Zero Disruption. A Preserved Manufacture.
When an emergency becomes reality, only prepared, trained, and coordinated teams can guarantee continuity for a site as sensitive as this emblematic watchmaking brand.
Three fires. No casualties. No production stoppage. Reputation intact.
“Your responsiveness, event management, and dedication were exemplary. We thank you for your daily commitment.”
— Security & Safety Office [Confidential Client]
