What Bolide Technology Group does

Bolide Technology Group, Inc. is a privately held US-incorporated manufacturer and distributor of CCTV video surveillance equipment, headquartered in San Dimas, California and operating through wholly-owned regional subsidiaries in Bogotá, Colombia and Mexico City, Mexico. Founded circa 1995 and led by President and owner David Liu, the company sells a complete surveillance ecosystem spanning IP and analog cameras (iPac AI, BTG 4K, Angelo HD-over-coax, panoramic, fisheye, multi-sensor, PTZ, thermal, 4G/solar, fisheye, and active-deterrent models), NDAA-compliant network video recorders and hybrid DVRs, mobile DVR/dashcam systems for fleet, body-worn cameras, residential IoT devices under the BTG Smart Home sub-brand, and the proprietary Bolide VMS software platform with the Quick Connect Plus mobile application. Edge AI capabilities including people counting, license plate recognition, facial recognition, intrusion detection, and auto-tracking are embedded directly into cameras rather than cloud-dependent.

The company monetizes primarily through one-time hardware sales via a quote-based pricing model, supplemented by one-time VMS software licensing and professional services (installation, configuration, ongoing support). Go-to-market is hybrid: direct enterprise and government sales (phone/email at [email protected]) for larger deployments, a 'Become A Dealer' authorized reseller and system integrator program for mid-market channel reach across North and Latin America, and a Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront for SMB and accessory purchases. The company also maintains active participation in industry events such as ISC West and Expo Seguridad México, a webinar program, and country-dedicated YouTube channels for USA and LATAM markets.

Bolide's named customer base spans logistics (GEODIS), self-storage (Extra Space Storage), quick-service restaurant chains (Yum Brands, Wendy's, Whataburger, Taco Bell), retail (Cochez and Novey), banking (Banco Agrario Colombia), and government/law enforcement (Barbados Police Service, Supreme Audit Institution of Mexico). NDAA and TAA compliance on a substantial portion of the camera, NVR, and thermal portfolio is positioned as a differentiator against non-compliant Asian OEMs for US federal, defense contractor, and government-adjacent procurement. The company is founder-owned with no disclosed funding rounds, no public revenue figures, and headcount reported in the 101–250 range.

Name

Bolide Technology Group

Legal name

Bolide Technology Group, Inc.

Website

https://bolideco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Bolide Technology Group is a privately held US-based manufacturer of CCTV surveillance equipment, selling NDAA-compliant IP and analog cameras, NVRs/DVRs, thermal, body, and solar/4G cameras, plus VMS software, to enterprise, government, and SMB customers across the US and Latin America via direct sales, a dealer network, and e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Video Surveillance Equipment

NAICS

Photofinishing Laboratories (except One-Hour) (812921)

SIC

Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Surveillance (CCTV/VMS) System Integration (BPAKAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial & Multi-Site CCTV Deployment Services (HSAHACAG), AI/Analytics Video Surveillance (Detection, LPR, People Counting) (HSAHACAF), Compliance, Privacy & Video Retention Management Services (HSAHACAJ)

Keywords

• Video surveillance systems
• IP cameras
• Video management software
• Mobile DVR systems
• Thermal imaging cameras

Headquarters

HQ city

San Dimas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Primary revenue stream from sale of physical surveillance products including cameras (IP and analog), network video recorders (NVRs), digital video recorders (DVRs), and supporting accessories such as cables and power supplies. One-time purchase model with hardware as the core product offering.
2. Software Licensing: Revenue from licensing of Video Management Software (VMS) platform for surveillance system management and video analytics.
3. Professional Services: Installation, configuration, and ongoing technical support services for surveillance system deployments, particularly for enterprise and government customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bolide Technology Group manufactures and distributes a complete end-to-end CCTV video surveillance ecosystem spanning IP cameras (iPac AI, BTG 4K), HD-over-coax cameras (Angelo), NVRs, DVRs, body cameras, mobile dashcams, thermal cameras, 4G solar cameras, and the proprietary Bolide VMS software platform. The company serves enterprise, government, and SMB customers across the United States and Latin America with NDAA/TAA-compliant solutions, edge AI analytics, and integrated accessories.

Product overview

Bolide Technology Group offers a comprehensive CCTV surveillance ecosystem with integrated hardware and software solutions. The core offering centers on Bolide VMS video management software paired with a broad camera portfolio spanning IP cameras (iPac AI, BTG 4K), coaxial cameras (Angelo), panoramic/fisheye/multi-sensor cameras, PTZ cameras, thermal cameras, solar/4G cameras, and body cameras. Mobile surveillance includes AI dashcams with ADAS/DSM and MIL-STD-810G compliant DVRs. The BTG Smart Home sub-brand extends into residential IoT. Hardware accessories (cables, mounts, power supplies, switches, NEMA enclosures) and mobile apps (Quick Connect Plus) complete the ecosystem. All components are designed to work together within the Bolide platform, from cameras to NVRs/DVRs to VMS software.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iPac AI: AI-powered IP camera product line with advanced analytics capabilities including facial recognition, LPR (license plate recognition), people counting, and crowd capacity control.
• BTG
• Angelo
• BTG Smart Home
• Bolide VMS
• BodyCam

Products and services

• Bolide VMS (Video Management Software) Video Management Software for PC and Mac that enables live view, playback, and AI search functionality for iPac IP Cameras, NX and BK Series NVRs, and 5MP Hybrid DVRs. Designed for enterprise and government customers managing distributed surveillance networks.
• iPac AI IP Cameras NDAA-compliant IP camera line featuring embedded AI analytics including people counting, crowd detection, license plate recognition (LPR), facial recognition, intrusion detection, and active deterrence. Available in 5MP (iPacNX series) and 4K 8MP (iPac 4K series) options across dome, eyeball, and bullet form factors. Targeted at enterprise, government, and federal procurement customers.
• BTG 4K IP Cameras Budget-friendly 4K IP camera series with varifocal and fixed lens options in dome, eyeball, and bullet form factors, featuring two-way audio and IR illumination for nighttime surveillance. Targeted at cost-sensitive SMB and mid-market commercial buyers.
• Panoramic Cameras 180-degree panoramic cameras including turret (BN9109-PN, BN8109-PN) and bullet (BN9135-PN) models with dual sensor variants (BN9109-PN-DUAL) for enhanced coverage. NDAA compliant with AI capabilities. Used for wide-area surveillance in commercial and government facilities.
• PTZ Cameras Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras with optical zoom up to 40x, IP auto-tracking, active deterrent features, and NDAA compliance. Includes mini PTZ models and full-size PTZ with wiper for outdoor use.
• Thermal Solutions (Bi-Spectrum Thermal Cameras) Bi-spectrum thermal cameras combining thermal and optical sensors for critical detection in zero-light and challenging environmental conditions. Includes bullet (BN8035TH/NDAA), turret (BN8029TH/NDAA), and PTZ models (BN9038-PTZ4.0-TH). Used for perimeter protection and critical infrastructure monitoring.
• Mobile DVRs and Dashcams MIL-STD-810G compliant mobile video recorders and AI dashcams with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and DSM (Driver Monitoring System) capabilities. Supports 4G connectivity for real-time fleet management and remote monitoring. Targeted at fleet operators, logistics companies, and commercial vehicle fleets.
• BodyCam (Body-Worn Cameras) 2K next-generation body cameras (BV-BCAM/4G-2.0) with 4G connectivity for law enforcement and security personnel. Includes 8-way charger accessory for fleet management.
• Hybrid DVRs Hybrid digital video recorders supporting up to 32 channels with H.265 compression and control-over-coax functionality. Compatible with 5MP and 1080N camera inputs for legacy analog-to-HD migrations.
• NDAA 4K NVRs (iPac, BK Series) NDAA-compliant network video recorders for iPac AI cameras and standard IP cameras. BK series supports 2MP resolution for cost-effective deployments. Used by enterprise and government customers requiring federal procurement compliance.
• 4G Solar Cameras Autonomous solar-powered surveillance cameras with 4G LTE connectivity for remote and temporary site monitoring without fixed infrastructure. 5MP resolution with AI analytics, including dual-sensor variants.
• Active Deterrent Cameras Security cameras with active deterrent features including sirens, strobe lights, red/blue lights, and two-way audio to proactively prevent security incidents. Combines full-color night vision with AI analytics.
• Full Color At Night Cameras (ZeroRED, iPac FC) Cameras featuring full-color night vision technology without IR illumination. ZeroRED extreme low light cameras (BN8019LL/NDAA, BN8029LL/NDAA) capture detailed color images in near-darkness. iPac FC series (BN8019FC, BN8019FCB) includes models with built-in microphone.
• Fisheye Cameras 360-degree panoramic view cameras including 12MP models (BN1208FE, BN1908FE/NDAA) with H.265 compression. NDAA compliant variants available for high-resolution wide-area surveillance.
• Multi-Sensor Cameras Multi-channel multi-sensor cameras (BN9108R/NDAA 4K, BN8108R/NDAA 5MP) with 4 sensors in one unit for comprehensive coverage without blind spots. NDAA compliant.
• Angelo Coax Cameras HD over coax camera line including 5MP models with motorized lens, full color at night, and True WDR. Cost-effective analog migration solution delivering HD video over existing coaxial infrastructure.
• BTG Smart Home IoT Products Smart home IoT product line under the BTG sub-brand including Wi-Fi doorbell cameras (BTG-DB2), Wi-Fi pan-tilt wireless cameras (BTG-PTC), alarm kits (BTG-AK2), and WIFI sirens for residential security consumers.
• Quick Connect Plus Mobile App Mobile application for iOS and Android that supports remote camera monitoring, QR code-based device setup, cloud storage management, email alerts, and push notifications. Integrates with Bolide VMS Pro for remote viewing and configuration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Broad geographic coverage across US and Latin American markets through dealer network and direct sales

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Western DigitalcoreTechnology or IntegrationWestern Digital provides WD Purple hard drives integrated into Bolide's surveillance systems as storage solutions for NVRs and DVRs. WD Purple drives are specifically designed for video surveillance workloads.
• SeaGatecoreTechnology or IntegrationSeagate provides hard drive storage solutions for Bolide's video recording systems, complementing Western Digital as an alternative storage vendor for NVR/DVR products.
• InsightminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInsight Enterprises serves as a technology reseller and IT solutions provider distributing Bolide surveillance products to enterprise customers.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer with a full IP camera, NVR/DVR, and VMS portfolio spanning enterprise and consumer. Direct overlap with Bolide in IP cameras, NVRs, and VMS, though Hikvision is excluded from U.S. federal work — creating a competitive opening for NDAA-compliant Bolide.
• Dahua Technology: Global CCTV and video IoT provider offering IP cameras, recorders, VMS, and AI analytics across commercial and city-scale deployments. Directly comparable product set to Bolide's iPac AI and recorder lines, and similarly restricted from U.S. federal procurement due to NDAA.
• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions): Enterprise video surveillance and access control platform owned by Motorola Solutions, combining cameras, VMS, and AI analytics for high-end and government customers. Comparable enterprise/government positioning to Bolide, but with materially larger R&D and integration resources.
• Bosch Security Systems: European incumbent offering IP cameras, video management (BVMS), intrusion, and access control for enterprise, transit, and government. Overlaps with Bolide's NDAA enterprise camera lineup and serves as a frequent competitor in U.S. federal and critical-infrastructure bids.
• Uniview (UNV): Chinese IP video surveillance vendor with a broad IP camera, NVR, and VMS portfolio competing on price-performance across commercial and SMB markets. Comparable product breadth to Bolide outside the U.S. federal segment.

Direct peers

• Axis Communications: Swedish IP-camera pioneer with a full network video ecosystem (cameras, recorders, VMS, analytics) heavily adopted in enterprise, government, and transit. Directly comparable to Bolide's NDAA-compliant IP camera, NVR, and analytics offerings, and a primary benchmark for enterprise integrators.
• Hanwha Vision (formerly Hanwha Techwin): NDAA-compliant IP camera and VMS vendor with strong presence in U.S. commercial and federal channels. Overlaps with Bolide across IP cameras, NVRs, and analytics, with broader global brand recognition and deeper enterprise software stack.
• Vivotek: Taiwan-based IP camera and video analytics specialist focused on network surveillance for retail, transportation, and industrial verticals. Directly comparable to Bolide's IP camera lineup, with overlapping edge-AI and vertical-specialization go-to-market.
• Speco Technologies: U.S. manufacturer and distributor of CCTV, IP cameras, NVRs/DVRs, and accessories with a similar dealer-led distribution model. Closest mid-market U.S. peer to Bolide in terms of product mix, NDAA positioning, and channel strategy.
• LTS Security (LTS): U.S.-based CCTV distributor and integrator offering NDAA-compliant IP cameras, recorders, and access control through a dealer network. Directly comparable distribution model, NDAA positioning, and target vertical mix to Bolide.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/BolideUSA
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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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