Aquas Gold Sponsor Spotlight Specialised Engineering Technologies

Royal Life Saving
20 hours ago
2 min read

With an unwavering commitment to water safety and innovation, it’s no surprise that Specialised Engineering Technologies (SET) was the proud Gold Sponsor of the Excellence in Drowning Prevention Award at the recent Aquas Awards Gala. This prestigious award recognises exceptional efforts in reducing drowning risk and saving lives—an ideal match for SET, whose groundbreaking technologies are reshaping aquatic safety across Australia and beyond.

SET is a leader in innovative engineering solutions that enhance safety, reliability, and productivity across industries. As the exclusive Australian partner of AngelEye – a European-made, world-class AI Drowning Detection System – SET is revolutionising aquatic safety. With 17 years of experience and more than 300 systems installed across 30+ countries, AngelEye is the most reliable and well-proven ISO 20380 compliant drowning detection system on the market.

The AngelEye system utilises patented underwater cameras with inbuilt light functionality to provide full pool vision coverage, continuously monitors swimmer behaviour, and delivers instant alerts to lifeguards or pool staff via smartwatches and other devices within seconds of detecting danger. The system provides information on the exact location of the incident, aiding rapid response. The underwater cameras can be retrofitted into existing underwater lights. Where this isn’t possible, an aerial camera system using infrared technology – unaffected by surface glare – can be implemented.

AngelEye records all activity for incident review, supports lifeguards by overcoming visibility challenges, and adds a critical extra layer of safety. It is suitable for both new and existing pools, with flexible installation that can replace standard lighting with high-efficiency LED technology. All data is stored on a local server in compliance with privacy laws, bringing peace of mind to pool operators and swimmers alike.

In addition to its drowning detection capabilities, the AngelEye system includes a suite of operational and data-driven solutions, collectively known as Safeguard. These features have been refined through years of operational use and can be tailored to meet each facility’s unique needs. Safeguard includes:

Real-time headcount tracking and patron trend analysis
Ratio control to monitor swimmer-to-lifeguard requirements
After-hours access control integrated with facility security
Water treatment integration for energy-efficient filtration and heating
AngelEye for Trainers – a video analysis tool for swim coaches to improve technique and performance

SET is proud to lead the way in aquatic safety, delivering cutting-edge technology and peace of mind to pool operators and communities across Australia.

Learn more about AngelEye and SET’s work here: https://set.services/ai-drowning-detection-water-safety/

This year’s Excellence in Drowning Prevention Award was deservedly awarded to Muswellbrook High School, whose long-standing, inclusive water safety program has empowered generations of students in their rural community. While the spotlight rightly shines on their incredible impact, it is through the support of sponsors like SET that we can continue to celebrate and share these important initiatives.

We extend our sincere thanks to Specialised Engineering Technologies for their generous support as our Gold Sponsor—and to all our event partners who help make The Aquas possible.

To learn more about our sponsors and connect with them, be sure to explore our Sponsor Directory