What Sorhea does

Sorhea (legal entity HIRSCH SECURE SAS, transitioning to the HIRSCH brand effective July 2025) is a French manufacturer of electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems for sensitive industrial, infrastructure, and high-value residential sites. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Vaulx-en-Velin, the company operates as a subsidiary of VITAPROTECH Group (380 employees across 10 locations worldwide) and is positioned by the parent as the European leader in physical-access security for sensitive sites.

The product portfolio spans nine detection technology families: active infrared barriers with proprietary Dynamic Scanning Detection (DSD) scanning at 1000 beams/second, shock-detection cables, fiber optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS via the LUMOR platform), dual-technology PIR+Doppler detectors, detector fences and electrification, thermal video analytics (ONETRACK), and specialty products including HATCH-SECURE and the Warning Box railway crossing system. Software layers include SPECTRA supervision software (ANSSI-certified) and SO-MAP alarm-mapping. The portfolio is integrated via the MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL concentrator, SMART BRIDGE gateway, and 8 INPUTS REMOTE MODULE. Manufacturing is Made in France under ISO 9001 certification maintained since 1999, with 8% of annual turnover reinvested in R&D.

Sorhea generates revenue through hardware sales, software licensing (integration and supervision products), and project-tied professional services (audits, site surveys, training, hotline). Pricing is quote-based and channeled through dedicated enterprise field sales teams segmented by geography, supplemented by distribution partners including PROTECH USA (USA), PROTECH VIDEOWAVE (Canada), Harper Chalice (UK/Ireland), and regional distributors across Spain, MENA, and Central Europe. Customers span ports, energy infrastructure (solar, transformers, substations), SEVESO/chemical sites, rail infrastructure, waste facilities, agricultural production, and luxury residential segments, with the largest named deployments including Infrabel (Belgian rail operator) and a Canadian medicinal marijuana greenhouse operator.

Name

Sorhea

Legal name

HIRSCH SECURE SAS

Website

https://sorhea.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sorhea (now HIRSCH) is a French manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems for sensitive industrial, infrastructure, and high-value residential sites, serving ports, energy facilities, SEVESO sites, rail, and agricultural customers across 15+ countries as part of VITAPROTECH Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

AI/Analytics Video Surveillance (Detection, LPR, People Counting) (HSAHACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Physical Security Risk Assessments & Site Surveys (BPAKADAB), Video Surveillance System Design & Site Assessment (HSAHACAD)

Keywords

• Perimeter intrusion detection
• Security barrier systems
• Infrared detection systems
• Fiber optic sensing
• Access control security

Headquarters

HQ city

Vaulx-en-velin

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Perimeter Intrusion Detection Hardware: SORHEA designs, manufactures, and sells electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems including infrared barriers, shock detection cables, fiber optic sensors, detector fences, fence electrification systems, dual-technology detectors, and video analytics products. Revenue is generated from the sale of detection equipment and hardware products.
2. Integration and Software Solutions: Sale of integration products (MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL, SPECTRA supervision software, SMART BRIDGE, 8 INPUTS REMOTE MODULE) and alarm management software (SO-MAP) that work with the detection hardware to provide complete security solutions.
3. Professional Services: Pre-sales and after-sales services including audits, site surveys, technical training, on-site support, and dedicated hotline. Services are tailored to customer needs for site protection projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sorhea designs, manufactures, and sells electronic perimeter intrusion detection systems for sensitive, industrial, and high-value private sites. The portfolio covers nine detection technology families — active infrared barriers (including DSD-scanning and solar-powered models), shock detection cables, fiber optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS), dual PIR+Doppler microwave detectors, fence electrification, detector fences and outriggers, thermal video analytics, integration gateways, and supervision software — integrated with pre-sales and after-sales services such as audits, site surveys, technical training, and dedicated hotline support.

Product overview

SORHEA manufactures comprehensive perimeter intrusion detection systems with the widest and most complete product range in the market, covering the entire range of perimeter intrusion detection technologies. The portfolio spans 9 distinct technology families: (1) Active infrared barriers including SOLARIS NG (solar-powered, operating to -40°C), MAXIRIS 3000/3100 (DSD technology with up to 18 cells), COLIRIS II, MINIRIS II, UNIRIS II/BIRIS II, APIRIS, PORTALIS, and SO-BEAM; (2) Shock detection cables including G-FENCE 600/600Z, G-FENCE 2400, and G-FENCE 3000 (up to 12km protection); (3) Fiber optic detection via LUMOR (DAS analyser - their ninth technology); (4) Dual-technology detectors including PIRAMID and PIRAMID ATEX (for explosive environments); (5) Detector fences including VOLTAN (fence electrification), ACTIFENCE, ACTI-TOP, ACTI-SAS, and ACTI-GRID; (6) Video analytics via FOXVIGI, FOXBOX, FOXTOOL, and MAXIBUS-NEO with thermal tracking; (7) Integration products including MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL (alarm concentrator for third-party connectivity), SMART BRIDGE, and 8 INPUTS REMOTE MODULE; (8) Software platforms including SPECTRA (supervision with dynamic cartography) and SO-MAP (alarm exploitation/mapping); (9) Specialty products including HATCH-SECURE (burglar detector for hatches) and Warning Box (railway safety crossing detection). Products are designed for integration with existing security infrastructure via alarm concentrators and VMS integration capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ACTIFENCE: Detector fence product line for perimeter security
• ACTI-TOP
• SOLARIS NG
• LUMOR
• SPECTRA
• HATCH-SECURE
• G-FENCE

Products and services

• SOLARIS NG Autonomous solar-powered active infrared barrier for optimal perimeter intrusion detection in remote or off-grid locations, designed to operate in temperatures down to -40°C and under extreme light conditions. Supports an installation rate of up to 1,000 m/day. Intended for sensitive sites in energy, rail, and other verticals where grid power is unavailable.
• MAXIRIS 3000 / 3100 Active infrared barrier using Dynamic Scanning Detection (DSD) cell-by-cell scanning at 1000 beams/second. The MAXIRIS 3100 supports up to 18 cells per column for high detection density with zoning functionality, low false alarm rate, and remote setup and maintenance capabilities. Designed for high-reliability perimeter detection on sensitive industrial and critical infrastructure sites.
• COLIRIS II Active infrared barrier positioned in SORHEA's essentials product line for core perimeter intrusion detection. Designed for sites requiring reliable active infrared detection at a standard feature set.
• MINIRIS II Active infrared barrier in SORHEA's specifics product line targeting specialized perimeter intrusion detection requirements outside the essentials range.
• UNIRIS II / BIRIS II Active infrared barrier specific product line offered in UNIRIS II and BIRIS II variants for perimeter protection.
• APIRIS 3000 / 3100 Active infrared barrier combining infrared detection with a Doppler microwave sensor to enhance detection capabilities and reduce false alarms.
• LUMOR Next-generation fiber optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) analyser for perimeter security. SORHEA's ninth detection technology, detecting vibrations along fence-mounted or buried fiber optic cables for perimeter protection of sensitive sites with enhanced detection capabilities.
• G-FENCE 600 / 600Z Shock detection cable system for fence protection using accelerometer-based sensors embedded in standard cables, designed to simplify installation while providing reliable fence-borne intrusion detection.
• G-FENCE 2400 New-generation shock detection system for fences offering precise intrusion localization capabilities for perimeter detection on fenced sites.
• G-FENCE 3000 Long-range shock detection cable system offering up to 12 km of protection per system with full alarm information redundancy and precise intrusion localization (down to 2.5 m panel-level resolution).
• PIRAMID Dual-technology perimeter detector combining a passive infrared (PIR) sensor with a Doppler microwave antenna. Both technologies must detect an intrusion simultaneously before an alarm is raised, eliminating false alarms from heat reflections or water movement.
• PIRAMID ATEX ATEX-certified dual-technology (PIR + Doppler microwave) detector designed for installation in explosive and combustible environments, including SEVESO-classified chemical sites.
• PIRAMID XL2 Extended range variant of the PIRAMID dual-technology detector providing longer detection range for perimeter protection applications.
• VOLTAN Fence electrification system delivering deterrent and detection capabilities for perimeter security through electrified fencing.
• ACTIFENCE Detector fence system combining fence and outrigger detector capabilities for perimeter security on fenced sites.
• ACTI-TOP Electric outrigger detector mounted on top of fences to detect climbing attempts and protect the upper portion of a perimeter.
• ACTI-SAS Fence detector specialized for SAS-type entrance access protection scenarios.
• ACTI-GRID Fence detector specialized for pipeline protection along fenced pipeline rights-of-way.
• FOXVIGI Video analysis software for thermal detection and perimeter monitoring, combining thermal cameras with smart multi-functional tracking for intrusion detection and tracking.
• FOXBOX Video analysis hardware appliance integrating thermal detection capabilities into SORHEA's product ecosystem.
• FOXTOOL Video analysis configuration and management tool for thermal detection applications and ONETRACK tracking deployments.
• MAXIBUS-NEO Video analysis system integrated with SORHEA's perimeter detection ecosystem for managing thermal and visual detection data flows.
• HATCH-SECURE Burglar detector specifically designed for hatches and critical accesses on industrial and sensitive sites. Uses advanced multi-sensor technology to detect impact, cutting, or drilling intrusion attempts on hatch covers and similar critical entry points.
• MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL Alarm information concentrator that integrates SORHEA perimeter detection products with third-party security products, interfacing with hypervision systems and central alarm stations to provide a unified alarm management layer.
• SPECTRA Supervision software with dynamic cartography for real-time monitoring of perimeter security equipment. Provides centralized alarm, user, and incident management and can be integrated with VMS systems. Cybersecurity tested by ANSSI-authorized CESTI.
• SMART BRIDGE Integration gateway that connects SORHEA perimeter detection products with third-party security systems to enable cross-platform alarm and event interoperability.
• 8 INPUTS REMOTE MODULE (MI8) Remote input module that expands the input capacity of SORHEA security systems by adding eight additional inputs for additional detectors or third-party sensors.
• SO-MAP Alarm exploitation software that enables intuitive alarm mapping, real-time visualization of detected product positions on site maps, creation of detection zones, and association of cameras to alarms for visual recognition.
• Warning Box Crossing detection technology developed specifically for railway safety applications. Designed at the request of Infrabel (the Belgian rail network operator) to detect and warn of railway crossing events for rail safety operations.
• PORTALIS Autonomous infrared barrier solution for perimeter intrusion detection.
• SO-BEAM Autonomous infrared beam perimeter detection product.
• SILUR 360 / FX Detection system family (SILUR 360 and SILUR FX) tailored for specific perimeter protection applications beyond the core infrared, shock, and fiber optic offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Detection precision down to 2.5m (fence panel resolution)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• NTASregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 28 February 2018Tunisian distribution partner for North Africa region. Participated in SECURITY EXPO North Africa 2018 in Tunis.
• SECURITE 2000 TECHNIQUEregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 February 2018Algerian distribution partner for North Africa region. Participated in SECURA North Africa 2018 exhibition.
• ECV VIDEO SEGURIDADregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 20 February 2018Spanish distribution partner exhibiting with SORHEA at SICUR Madrid.
• PST SecurityregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 January 2018Middle East distribution partner hosting SORHEA at INTERSEC Dubai exhibitions.
• TIL TECHNOLOGIEScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the same VITAPROTECH Group. TIL TECHNOLOGIES specializes in access control and software solutions, complementing SORHEA's perimeter detection products. Companies frequently exhibit together at trade shows (INTERSEC, SICUR, SECURITY DAY) and participate in joint sales initiatives.
• PROTECH USAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partner for SORHEA products in the United States market. Exhibits at major US security events including ISC West and ASIS/GSX.
• PROTECH VIDEOWAVEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for SORHEA products in the Canadian market. General Manager: Alain Janelle.
• Harper ChaliceregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubsidiary handling SORHEA product distribution for UK & Ireland market.
• EUROCLOTURE SecuritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the same VITAPROTECH Group. Specializes in security fencing solutions, complementing SORHEA's electronic detection products.
• VAUBAN SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the same VITAPROTECH Group. Participates jointly in SECTECH Denmark and other European security events.
• TDSIcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the same VITAPROTECH Group. Participated jointly at INTERSEC Dubai 2022 and THE SECURITY EVENT Birmingham 2021.
• VITAPROTECH GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company and European leader in securing physical access to sensitive sites. As of July 2025, SORHEA will join TIL TECHNOLOGIES, COSSILYS, and NEOINSYS under a new organizational structure within the group.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SorheaSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sorhea

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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