Record earthquake demonstrates GeckoTech “staying power”

GeckoTech is responsible for one of Costa Rica’s most spectacular Home Entertainment installations. The Vista La Palmas penthouse has in excess of 48 speakers (4 of which drop out of the ceiling and pivot), 8 TVs (ranging from 42 to 60 inches), 6000W of online power backup, 18 zones of audio, 4 movie on demand players. The list could go on and on. During the 2012 September 5th earthquake, the VLP penthouse, situated 17 floors above sea-level experienced more side to side movement than any other area of the pacific coast. Because GeckoTech engineers believe in sturdy/robust mounting techniques not a single TV was dislodged from the wall nor damaged. Pretty impressive given the magnitude of the quake. We wish other units (lower) in VLP had been as fortunate. “Fortune” starts with solid engineering work from GeckoTech.

Wishbone steps into 21st century with GeckoTech

Wishbone, Jaco’s oldest family owned/operated restaurant, has long been a staple for the Jaco surf community. Both locals and tourists. Wishbone is known as the restaurant with consistent food and drink. Wishbone, up until October of this year has been operating by hand. Hand receipts, hand time tracking, hand chits… In order to stay competitive Wishbone saw the need to leverage technologies such as Point of Sale, and Video Surveillance. Which of course drives additional requirements such as Power Backup. Step in GeckoTech: With managed services such GeckoPOS, GeckoWatch, and GeckoPower, Wishbone is able to realize its dream of automating without the “breaking the bank”. Welcome aboard Wishbone!!

GeckoWatch Camera for more units at VistaMar

GeckoWatch continues to gain significant momentum for unit owners at various multi-tenant dwellings throughout Jaco. And Vista Mar is no exception.
GeckoTech has recently added its third GeckoWatch subscriber from this beautiful property. The property owner is now able to use his iPhone/Android mobile device to view real-time and 30 day historical video of the rental property’s entrance.. GeckoWatch uses state-of-the-art IP camera and video recording technology. GeckoWatch is the ultimate in Video Surveillance for a property that would not otherwise find video surveillance cost-prohibitive.

Poseidon Hotel deploys GeckoMusic

In an effort to streamline operational procedures, as well minimize component support costs, Poseidon Hotel, (one of Jaco’s more established properties) has contracted with GeckoTech for the deployment of a single source, 4 zone audio system. Using ABUS technology (tried and tested) the hotel will leverage the Front Desk PC as an audio player and feed a primary ABUS hub. The ABUS hub will the feed four designated zones to allow for independent audio/volume control in each zone. The identified zones are the Restaurant, Lobby, and Pool area. The fourth zone will be a roving portable zone providing music in various locations as venue demands change.

Quality Services deploys first GeckoBee

Quality Services, a 10 year old maintenance/service company focusing on high end rental properties, has deployed its first GeckoBee intelligent thermostat. Quality hopes to extend its service offering to include real-time monitoring and reporting relative the health of compressors and air-handlers currently under support. The idea is to offer GeckoBee thermostat for those clients contracting with Quality for AC support services so that the Air Conditioner components (Compressor and Air Handler) can be monitored 7×24 thus allowing a more proactive support for its clients/subscribers.

Monaco initiates Video Surveillance pilot

Monaco Condominiums, situated in central Jaco, is evaluating GeckoTech’s GeckoWatch (managed service for Video Surveillance). Starting with one hi res IP Camera monitoring the gate, they will be expanding the service to include video coverage of each of the tower’s pedestrian access. It is expected the pilot will grow to 12+ cameras over the next 8 months providing tighter security for guests and unit owners. The cameras are visible (both historically and realtime) from the main office viewing terminal, as well as designated staff with mobile device access.

Wishbone begins deployment of Video Surveillance

Wishbone, one of jaco’s oldest and most reputable restaurants, is moving into the 21st century by subscribing to GeckoTech’s GeckoWatch video surveillance managed service. The initial system will consist of 4 cameras scattered throughout the property to allow management/owners to view activity in and around the property. GeckoTech will use Milestone’s award winning xProtect to provide historical and real-time viewing to Wishbone’s staff via their mobile devices. Both Android and iPhone. Next step, in terms of automation for Wishbone will be the deployment of GeckoPOS..

Los Altos deploy’s 2nd GeckoEye

Los Altos, a premium property in Manuel Antonio, has deployed its second GeckoEye energy savings system. It is hoped that in the next 60-90 days they will see enough savings to justify the capital expenditure necessary to deploy GeckoEye in the remaining 22 units. It is anticipated that GeckoEye will save Los Altos in excess of $20,000 per year once the entire property is retrofitted. There is additional in-direct ROI resulting from management and control.

Acqua deploys “Whole House Audio” to common areas

Acqua Residences, one of Jaco’s premier properties, has contracted with GeckoTech for the deployment of music into 4 common areas. Using PCs and mobile devices, the Acqua staff will be able to control music/genre and volume for each of the four zones (common areas). The GeckoMusic system consists of discretely installed volume keypads and in-ceiling speakers. The overall experience when walking through various common areas of Acqua will improved 10 fold. The common areas receiving the GeckoMusic enhancement were: Pool-Rancho, West Elevator round-about, Gym and Theater. Guests and Unit owners have already shown great appreciation for the change in the ambiance of these common areas. GeckoMusic is a great addition for any property’s common and/or private areas.

Laguna Mar deploys 12 GeckoBee thermostats

In an effort to “be green” and “earth conscious”, Laguna Mar hotel has contracted with GeckoTech to install 12 GeckoBee intelligent thermostats. These thermostats will be deployed into Guest Rooms. With GeckoBee thermostats, the hotel’s management will be able to control each room’s ambient temperature from their iPhones or Desktop PCs. For example, they can pre-cool a room prior to the guest’s arrival. They can also use the historical web reporting to spot trends on AC units efficiency. GeckoBee is just one of many solutions/systems that Laguna Mar will leverage to help automate its hotel’s operational process and economize on operational costs.