January 9, 2025 - Black Creek Integrated Systems Corp. has been awarded a new project to significantly expand video storage capacity at the Knox County Roger D. Wilson Detention Center—also known as the Penal Farm—in Knoxville, TN. The 964-bed medium-security facility is operated by the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, and this project continues a long-standing partnership that began in 1994 when the facility was first constructed. Knox County also uses Black Creek’s integrated security control system at the Downtown Jail/Intake Center.

As part of Knox County’s initiative to transition from analog to digital surveillance, Black Creek will:

• Replace the existing iSCSI video storage array, currently supporting 30 days of analog footage at 15fps/4CIF resolution,
• With a new Genetec Streamvault™ system capable of storing 1080p IP video at 15fps for 365 days (1 year).
• Provide new equipment racks and network infrastructure to support the enhanced storage solution.
• Maintain full integration with the facility’s Black Creek Super Display^® touchscreen control system, enabling continued camera call-up and video review directly from touchscreen panels.

The upgrade is designed to support a phased replacement of existing analog cameras with new minimum 1080p IP-resolution cameras, without compromising video quality or retention. The project ensures Knox County’s surveillance capabilities are modern, scalable, and aligned with current public safety technology standards.

Black Creek Integrated Systems Corp. is a national leader in correctional and public safety technology. Exclusively focused on the needs of jails, prisons, courthouses, and public safety agencies, Black Creek has redefined how security is managed in these critical facilities. Through innovative product development and seamless system integration, we deliver fully integrated, touchscreen-based security control systems and advanced software solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, enhance safety, and reduce the cost of corrections. With decades of experience and a singular focus on public safety, Black Creek is a turnkey provider of the most advanced security and facility management systems available — trusted by agencies across the country to modernize and secure their operations. Learn more about Black Creek.

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