Cias Elettronica

What Cias Elettronica does

Cias Elettronica S.r.l. is an Italian designer and manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Milano with production in Olgiate Molgora (Lombardy). The product portfolio spans microwave barriers (MICRO-RAY, ERMO 482X3 PRO, Murena series), infrared barriers (NEWTON LITE-X), triple-technology microwave + infrared barriers (Pythagoras, NEWTON PLUS), fence-mounted sensors (CoralPlus, Manta, SIOUX PRO2), the Stop Bar airport anti-collision system, and the newly announced MULTISPHERA integrated-security platform. The company's core technical differentiator is a proprietary Fuzzy Logic signal-analysis engine that it claims to be the first and only such implementation applied to intelligent perimeter sensors, supporting quantified outcomes (98% probability of detection, ~1 false alarm per barrier per year, 200,000-hour MTBF, 25-minute MTTR). Supporting infrastructure includes the IB-System IP data-collection and polling unit, IP-DOORWAY PoE interfaces, CIAS Tuner and Wave-Test 2 calibration software, and a CIAS mobile App for documentation, RMA management, and support tickets.

The company sells primarily through direct enterprise field sales with regional Business Development Managers covering the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and North America, supplemented by system-integrator channels and more than 40 certified technology integrations with VMS, PSIM, and building-automation platforms (Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon/Motorola, Hanwha Vision, Honeywell EBI, Bosch, Siemens, Thales, Johnson Controls, Hikvision, Dahua, BACnet, Advancis WinGuard, and others). Wholly-owned subsidiaries in Łódź, Poland and Miami, Florida cover Eastern European and North American markets, with additional reach into Saudi Arabia and the UAE and distribution through partners such as XTRAVISION into Africa and South America. Pricing is quote-based with no public list and typically structured as multi-year enterprise contracts.

End markets span critical infrastructure — energy generation and distribution (power plants, substations, solar/wind farms), airports (perimeter plus the proprietary Stop Bar ground-movement safety system), military and defense, government and border defense, data centers, logistics and ports, utilities, and high-end residential. Revenue is generated primarily from hardware sales, with secondary streams in professional services (installation, commissioning, RMA repair, technical support) and paid/credit-bearing training programs (Italian CFP credits, UNI 10459, CEI). Revenue, ownership structure, and employee count are not publicly disclosed beyond an 11-50 headcount band; registered share capital is €102,960.

Name

Cias Elettronica

Legal name

CIAS ELETTRONICA S.R.L.

Website

https://cias.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cias Elettronica, founded 1974 in Italy, designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems — microwave, infrared, fence and triple-technology barriers powered by proprietary Fuzzy Logic signal analysis — serving critical infrastructure, airports, military, energy, and data center operators worldwide via direct sales, subsidiaries in Poland and the U.S., and 40-plus security platform integrations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Perimeter Security Hardware

NAICS

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

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Perimeter Security Systems Integration (Fences, Sensors, Barriers) (BPAKAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Intrusion Detection & Burglar Alarm Systems Integration (BPAKAGAC)

Keywords

• Perimeter intrusion detection
• Microwave barrier systems
• Infrared barrier sensors
• Fence detection systems
• Critical infrastructure security

Headquarters

HQ city

Milano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Perimeter Security Hardware: Sale of perimeter intrusion detection systems including microwave barriers, infrared barriers, triple technology barriers, fence sensors, and radar systems. Products are sold directly to end users and through system integrators worldwide.
2. Professional Services: Technical support, installation assistance, commissioning, maintenance, testing, and technical training services. Includes RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) repair management and field support.
3. Training & Certification: Educational programs and webinars with professional credits (CFP) for security professionals. Includes courses on perimeter security design, military infrastructure security, airport security, and port/logistics security.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Cias Elettronica designs, manufactures, and sells perimeter intrusion detection systems for critical infrastructure protection. Its product portfolio includes microwave barriers, infrared barriers, triple-technology barriers, fence-mounted sensors, radar systems, and airport stop bar anti-collision systems, all leveraging proprietary Fuzzy Logic signal analysis to maximize detection probability and minimize false alarms. The company also provides integration infrastructure (IB-System IP), configuration software, and a mobile support application for system integrators and end users globally.

Product overview

CIAS Elettronica S.r.l. is a 100% Italian company (since 1974) specializing in perimeter security solutions. The product portfolio centers on intelligent perimeter intrusion detection systems using proprietary Fuzzy Logic technology. Core offerings include: (1) Microwave barriers (MICRO-RAY, ERMO 482X3 PRO, Murena series, Sioux series) with Fuzzy Logic signal analysis for high detection probability (up to 98%) and minimal false alarms; (2) Triple technology barriers combining microwave and infrared; (3) Infrared barriers (NEWTON LITE-X); (4) Fence protection sensors (CoralPlus, Manta); (5) Radar and sensor systems; (6) Temporary perimeter protection (Sioux PRO2 IP68); (7) Explosion-proof protection; (8) Airport stop bar anti-collision systems. Supporting infrastructure includes IB-System IP for platform integration, IP-DOORWAY-S for PoE connectivity, CIAS Tuner/Wave-Test 2 for configuration, and a mobile CIAS App for support and documentation. The company integrates with over 40 third-party VMS, PSIM, and security management platforms including Milestone, Genetec, Avigilon, Hanwha Vision, Honeywell, and Bosch. CIAS claims to be the first and only company on the market to use Fuzzy Logic for intelligent sensors, offering the lowest false alarm rate available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ERMO 482X3 PRO High-security microwave barrier offering the highest security level for critical sites in all climatic conditions. Uses Fuzzy Logic signal analysis for maximum precision with the lowest false alarm rate available on the market. Most used CIAS barrier worldwide.
• MICRO-RAY Linear microwave beam barrier designed for tight corridors and narrow spaces (as narrow as 1 meter) between fences or near buildings. Features 24GHz bistatic microwave technology with Fuzzy Logic signal analysis, 100m range, 40cm beam diameter, and total immunity to fog, sun, and glaring headlights.
• Pythagoras Triple technology barrier combining microwave and infrared technologies for enhanced detection accuracy. Part of CIAS's microwave barrier product line for perimeter protection.
• NEWTON PLUS Triple technology barrier with microwave and infrared sensors, offering 200m range and relay/BUS485/IP connectivity options for perimeter protection.
• NEWTON LITE-X Infrared hybrid barrier for perimeter protection. Part of CIAS's infrared barrier product family.
• Murena Plus Microwave barrier product line for perimeter security applications.
• Murena CPT+ Microwave barrier variant for perimeter protection applications.
• CoralPlus Perimeter fence protection sensor for fence-mounted intrusion detection.
• Manta Fence protection sensor for perimeter intrusion detection on fences.
• Sioux PRO2 Fence protection sensor with exceptional performance in extreme weather conditions. Maintains consistent reliability in harsh winters with extreme winds, snowstorms, cold, and wind gusts. The IP68-rated variant supports temporary immersion for flexible deployment in challenging environments.
• Stop Bar Aeroporto Airport stop bar anti-collision system for ground movement control, supporting traffic safety at airports and enhancing situational awareness.
• MULTISPHERA New integrated security solution announced at SICUREZZA 2025, redefining the concept of integrated security across multiple perimeter protection technologies.
• Perimeter Protection Sensor Portfolio Comprehensive portfolio of perimeter intrusion detection systems including microwave barriers, fence sensors, radar, infrared barriers, triple technology barriers, explosion-proof protection, temporary protection, and video surveillance integration.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% Probability of Detection (POD)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration40 records

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Milestone SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partnership with Milestone Systems for video management software. CIAS IB-System IP integrates with Milestone XProtect platform for real-time alarm transmission, video verification, and unified security management. Compatible with XProtect Express, Professional, Professional+, Enterprise, Expert, and Corporate versions.
• GeneteccoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Genetec Security Center platform through CIAS IB-System IP. Real-time transmission of pre-alarm, alarm, fault, and tamper events. Automatic camera activation, video recording, and intruder path tracking via Genetec's RSA module.
• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions)coreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Avigilon Unity video platform. IB-System IP collects alarm status and transmits to Avigilon platform for immediate camera positioning and video recording response.
• Bosch Security SystemsmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Bosch security solutions for coordinated security management across video surveillance and building automation.
• HoneywellmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Honeywell EBI (Enterprise Buildings Integrator) platform using BACnet, Modbus, and open APIs for unified supervision and event management.
• Hanwha VisioncoreTechnology or IntegrationCIAS IB-System IP integrates with Hanwha Vision video management environment. Collection and management of pre-alarm, alarm, fault, and status signals from perimeter sensors.
• HikvisionmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Hikvision HikCentral Professional platform using RESTful OpenAPI and standard protocols (BACnet, SIA, Modbus).
• Advancis WinGuardmajorTechnology or IntegrationGerman PSIM platform for complex environments. Integration enables centralized security management for airports, data centers, and critical infrastructure.
• Dahua TechnologymajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Dahua platforms ensuring higher level of efficiency and security in perimeter alarm management.
• L3HARRISmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with L3HARRIS Vigilis V11 platform. CIAS sensors send real-time alarm events to Vigilis V11, automatically activating camera display and recording.
• SiemensmajorTechnology or IntegrationCIAS devices integrate with Siemens systems for synergistic perimeter security management within building automation platforms.
• ThalesmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Thales security solutions supporting standard protocols and APIs for unified and advanced supervision.
• Johnson ControlsmajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Johnson Controls security platforms supporting video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and fire protection.
• BACnetcoreTechnology or IntegrationCIAS devices compatible with BACnet international communication standard (ISO 16484-5) for integration into modern building automation systems.
• XTRAVISIONminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth African distributor specializing in integrated security and fire protection solutions, distributing CIAS perimeter systems in Africa and South America.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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