AI Gun Detection Technology

Data-Centric AI Military Inspired Approach

Omnilert has the most advanced artificial intelligence in the industry. Our data-centric AI delivers improved accuracy and split-second detection of potential gun threats.

Our Technology Data-Centric AI Gun Detection

Our expertise in AI has roots in the U.S. Department of Defense and DARPA related to real-time target recognition and threat classification. That military focus on high reliability and precision carried through to the development of our AI threat detection, which goes beyond identifying guns to finding active shooter threats.

We employ a data-centric AI methodology that prioritizes high-quality training data. While traditional methods focus on data volume, sourcing millions of gun images, we take a quality-over-quantity approach. Our training data is hand-curated with rich annotations that improve accuracy and increase reliability.

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DHS SAFETY Act-Designated AI Gun Detection

Recognized by the Department of Homeland Security, our technology offers liability protection with trusted, rapid-response tools that help protect people during emergencies.

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Powerful AI Software How Our AI Detects Gun Threats

Omnilert’s AI Threat Detection software employs a multi-dimensional approach, pinpointing not only guns but also potential threat actors.

Step 1 Assess

The system first assesses the video footage to identify a human body without regard to color, gender, or other personal attributes.

Step 2 Detect

Simultaneously, the AI searches for a wide range of possible handguns and long guns in close proximity to the body, while other objects are identified as non-threatening.

Step 3 Analyze

Finally, video frames are analyzed in sequence to track the potential threat—both gun and body—to determine if a gun is brandished and is a threat with a high degree of confidence.

The resulting shooter detection takes place in fractions of a second.
Data-enriched intelligence is then automatically shared with a customer’s security operations center or one of Omnilert’s five-diamond-certified monitoring centers for real-time human verification, with additional video context for decision-making.

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AI Gun Detection How AI Gun Detection Can Save You Critical Time to Help Protect Lives

Following tragedies like the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida, the need for faster threat detection in schools has become urgent. Omnilert’s AI gun detection technology delivers critical early warnings and triggers an automated response helping schools save precious seconds in active shooter situations—when every moment counts to protect lives.

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Seamless Integration of Leading AI Gun Detection and Full-Scale Emergency Management

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Off-The-Shelf Integrations Our Trusted Security Partners

Built for now and the future, our open network connects with trusted security partners and evolving innovations, providing maximum flexibility.

Customer Testimonial

“Omnilert’s team has been professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping us implement a solution that meets the unique needs of our schools. We value the partnership and the peace of mind it brings to our students, staff, and families.”

Michael Kapolka
Superintendent, Cheslea School District

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FAQ Frequently Asked
Questions For Omnilert Gun Detection

What is Visual AI Gun Detection?

Visual AI gun detection is a type of weapons detection technology that uses artificial intelligence and computer vision to identify firearms through live video feeds or images. By analyzing visual patterns, shapes, and movements associated with guns, the system can detect potential threats in real time and trigger alerts, helping security teams respond quickly without relying on physical screening or manual monitoring.

How does AI gun detection work with existing cameras?

AI gun detection integrates with existing security camera systems by continuously analyzing live video streams using computer vision and machine-learning models trained specifically to recognize firearms. Because it operates on standard video feeds, organizations can enhance security without replacing cameras or installing new hardware, allowing for faster and more cost-effective deployment.

What types of firearms can the system detect?

The system is designed to detect common firearms, such as handguns and long guns (rifles and shotguns), by recognizing visual characteristics like shape, size, and how the weapon is carried, even before it is fired.

Does AI gun detection work indoors and outdoors?

Yes, AI gun detection can operate in both indoor and outdoor environments, as long as camera placement and video quality support clear visibility across various lighting and weather conditions.

How is Omnilert’s AI gun detection system trained?

Omnilert uses a data-centric AI training approach, meaning the system is trained and continuously improved using carefully curated, real-world data rather than relying solely on static algorithms. Diverse datasets of real firearm images and video—captured across different environments, camera angles, lighting conditions, and scenarios—are rigorously reviewed and refined to improve accuracy. This ongoing data validation and retraining process helps Omnilert reduce false alerts, adapt to new threat patterns, and deliver reliable, real-time gun detection in real-world settings.

Is AI gun detection compliant with privacy and safety standards?

Our AI gun detection system is designed with privacy considerations in mind, focusing on identifying weapons rather than recognizing faces or tracking individuals. Omnilert’s solution aligns with established security best practices and compliance standards, making it suitable for sensitive environments such as enterprises, hospitals, government buildings, schools, universities, casinos, houses of worship, and many more.

Why do organizations choose Omnilert for AI gun detection?

Omnilert is the leading provider of AI gun detection because it combines advanced, data-centric AI technology with real-world deployment, human verification, and automated emergency response. Omnilert’s system is designed to detect firearms early—before shots are fired—using existing cameras, while minimizing false alerts through continuous model training and expert review. Backed by proven performance, scalable deployments, and recognition such as SAFETY Act Designation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Omnilert delivers a trusted, end-to-end solution that helps organizations act faster and protect lives.