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Boat Auction Security: Defend Against Part Theft, Interior Damage & Title Fraud

Boat Auction Security: Defend Against Part Theft, Interior Damage & Title Fraud Boat auctions attract both legitimate buyers and bad actors looking to steal outboard motors, electronics, or even falsify titles. With watercraft sitting unattended, security is critical—especially for open-air auction yards. The Risks: Outboard engines removed overnight GPS, radios, gauges, and fishing gear stolen Tanks, batteries, or fuel lines tampered with Hulls scratched, propellers stolen, or trailers damaged These…

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Heavy Equipment Auctions: Protect Machinery from Tampering, Theft & Downtime

Heavy Equipment Auctions: Protect Machinery from Tampering, Theft & Downtime Bulldozers. Backhoes. Forklifts. Tractors. When heavy equipment is lined up for auction, it becomes a massive target for theft, hydraulic tampering, and vandalism—especially on open, rural lots. What Happens Without Surveillance: Fuel theft or hydraulic line cuts Starter or ECU theft to render machines inoperable Vandalism of control panels or operator cabs Battery removal or tool theft from storage compartments…

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Camper & RV Auction Security: Secure Your Lot from Theft, Vandalism, and Sabotage

Camper & RV Auction Security: Secure Your Lot from Interior Theft, Vandalism, and Sabotage Camper, RV, and trailer auctions bring in high-interest buyers—and unfortunately, high-risk behavior. Unlike cars, these vehicles often have interiors filled with valuable appliances and electronics. Common Issues: Theft of TVs, water heaters, inverters, batteries, or furniture Entry doors or windows pried open Graffiti, vandalism, or waste dumped inside Deliberate damage to reduce perceived value at auction…

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Repo Storage Yards: Stop Tampering, Vandalism & Title Disputes with 24/7 Surveillance

Repo Storage Yards: Stop Tampering, Vandalism & Title Disputes with 24/7 Surveillance Repossession storage yards are legally sensitive zones—making them a magnet for angry owners, part thieves, and vandals who want to retaliate or reclaim assets before auction. What Can Go Wrong: Previous owners breaking in to steal items or damage vehicles Stripped electronics, wheels, or catalytic converters Intentional damage to sabotage a vehicle’s resale value Disputes over condition leading…

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Salvage Auctions: Protect Valuable Parts from Theft and Vandalism with Mobile Surveillance Units

Salvage Auctions: Protect Valuable Parts from Theft and Vandalism with Mobile Surveillance Units Salvage auctions attract buyers looking for valuable parts—but they also attract thieves and vandals who try to get them before the bidding even starts. The Hidden Risks: In salvage yards, criminals may: Strip high-value components like airbags, wheels, radiators, or ECUs Swap or steal parts to prepare for resale Tamper with inventory to make competitors think it’s…

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