Security & WiFi for Rapid City Businesses

Project Overview

Brink Design completed a full exterior camera upgrade at the Mountain View Wendy's location in Rapid City, SD. The objective was straightforward: improve coverage, modernize recording infrastructure, and ensure reliable monitoring of high-traffic exterior areas including the drive-thru, building perimeter, and roofline approaches.

This install focused on durability, clean integration, and long-term serviceability—not just mounting cameras on a wall.

Scope of Work

The project included:

• Replacement and repositioning of exterior surveillance cameras
• Installation of exterior audible alert / deterrent device
• Clean surface-mounted conduit runs to protect cabling
• Integration into an upgraded DVR and network switching environment
• Proper weatherproofing and cable management
• Final aiming, testing, and recording validation

Exterior Camera Placement & Coverage Strategy

The Mountain View location presents a typical QSR (quick service restaurant) challenge: drive-thru traffic, public parking, multiple exterior elevations, and limited mounting options due to brick and architectural overhangs.

Elevated Perimeter Mounting

Cameras were mounted high on the facade to:

• Reduce vandalism risk
• Improve line of sight for wide-area coverage
• Capture vehicle plate angles in the drive-thru approach
• Monitor roofline and equipment areas

The cameras are mounted on the architectural vertical facade elements rather than directly into brick wherever possible. This approach:

• Simplifies anchoring
• Reduces long-term masonry damage
• Provides a clean visual finish

Integrated Audible Alert Device

Alongside the camera, a weather-rated horn speaker was installed. This provides:

• Remote live deterrent capability
• Triggered alerts if needed
• Added loss prevention support for after-hours monitoring

For QSR environments, visible cameras combined with audible deterrent capability significantly reduce loitering and nuisance behavior.

Structured Cabling & Conduit Work

Exterior cabling was routed using surface-mounted metallic conduit where appropriate. This accomplishes:

• Physical protection from weather and tampering
• Clean, professional appearance
• Code-compliant routing
• Long-term durability

Penetrations were sealed and weatherproofed properly. All cable entry points were strain-relieved and secured to prevent sagging or wind stress.

This is one of the key differences between a temporary install and a permanent commercial deployment.

Network & Recording Infrastructure

Inside, the system was integrated into a dedicated surveillance stack:

• 24-port managed network switch
• Segmented camera VLAN / DMZ labeling
• Rack-mounted DVR with high-capacity storage
• Proper cable management and labeling

Clean internal infrastructure matters. Surveillance systems fail more often from poor network design than from bad cameras.

The system is now:

• Structured
• Labeled
• Serviceable
• Ready for expansion if needed

Why This Matters for Restaurants

For quick-service restaurants like Wendy's, surveillance isn't just about theft prevention. It supports:

• Employee safety
• Drive-thru dispute resolution
• Slip and fall documentation
• After-hours perimeter monitoring
• Insurance compliance

When systems are properly installed and documented, footage retrieval becomes fast and reliable—not a guessing game.

Final Result

The Mountain View Wendy's location now has:

• Elevated, properly aimed perimeter cameras
• Visible deterrent hardware
• Clean interior rack infrastructure
• Reliable recording capacity

Just a solid, commercial-grade system built to last.

Project Overview

For Black River Contracting’s new facility, we delivered a full-stack networking and security install built entirely on the UniFi ecosystem. The system was designed from the ground up to provide reliable connectivity, scalable surveillance, and secure access control throughout the building.

Network & Wi-Fi Infrastructure

Core Hardware:

• UniFi Dream Machine Pro
• UniFi Pro 24 PoE Switch
• 7× UniFi U7 Lite Access Points

Setup:
We built a robust internal network with full Wi-Fi 6 coverage, ensuring fast, seamless connectivity throughout the building—from offices to shop floors.

Result:
Reliable wireless access with excellent range and performance, future-proofed for growing device demands.

Surveillance System

Cameras Installed:

• 3× G5 Bullet
• 1× G4 Bullet
• 5× G6 Bullet

Coverage Strategy:
Camera placement was designed to provide comprehensive exterior and entry-point monitoring, with high-resolution video and night vision across all key areas.

Result:
Clear, dependable video surveillance with remote access and intelligent motion alerts—boosting both security and peace of mind.

Access Control

Devices Installed:

• UniFi Reader Flex
• UniFi Door Hub

Functionality:
We integrated secure door access for employee entry points using NFC credentials, all managed through the UniFi dashboard.

Result:
Streamlined access control that’s easy to manage and integrates directly with the building’s broader network infrastructure.

Cabling & Backbone

Install:
We ran approximately 2,500 ft of CAT6 cable throughout the building, establishing a clean and efficient foundation for both current needs and future expansions.

Result:
A professionally routed, high-performance cable infrastructure supporting network speed, power delivery, and system reliability.

U7-Lite Installed

G6 Bullet Installed

Outcome

This install gave Black River Contracting a modern, unified infrastructure for networking, security, and access—all fully manageable from a single interface. With UniFi at the core, their system is ready to scale with their business.

Project Overview

To improve visual clarity and audio capture in the worship space, we replaced aging projection and audio systems with modern, network-connected solutions tailored for both in-room experience and livestreaming.

Visual Upgrade

• Old System: A 12-year-old bulb-based projector with dim, uneven output.
• New Installation: A bright, energy-efficient laser projector, delivering significantly improved clarity, contrast, and long-term reliability.
• Result: Crisp, vivid visuals that remain clear even in ambient lighting—ideal for worship lyrics, video content, and scripture slides.

NDI Video Distribution

• Device Installed: BirdDog Play connected to the projector.
• Functionality: Allows any NDI video signal on the network to be sent directly to the projector.
• Use Case: Easily display live video, pre-recorded content, slides, or even camera feeds—wirelessly and with low latency.
• Result: Flexible content distribution with no need for physical HDMI rerouting or manual input switching.

Audio Capture Enhancement

• Installation: Two ceiling-mounted drop microphones positioned to capture congregational singing and ambient room sound.
• Purpose: Designed to enrich livestream audio and recordings by including the full worship environment, not just the pastor’s mic.
• Result: Natural, immersive audio that brings the online audience closer to the in-person experience.

Outcome

This AV upgrade not only modernized outdated equipment but also created a future-ready foundation. With network-based video distribution and improved audio capture, the church now has the tools to elevate both in-person worship and online engagement.