Anti Climb Paint is a practical measure and one of the effective tools in the security armoury to protect against lead theft from roofs!
 

A massive escalation of theft of lead from roofs has led Sussex Police to warn people to check their roofs after wet weather has caused many such thefts to come to light!

Thieves have targeted the roofs of; shops, as well as many schools, churches and hotels amongst other buildings and in many cases, the theft was not identified until internal water damage resulting from heavy rain became evident.

The problem has become such an issue, that the Police are urging anyone spotting metal being removed from buildings to call 999 and report the fact - even where the workpersons look genuine and are are wearing hi-vis jackets, etc.
 
Other advice includes;

- painting key areas of lead roofs with grey anti climb paint, which makes removal of lead a much more difficult and messy business.

- ensure that roof access areas are well lit at night

- installation of wireless alarms to monitor roof access areas

- installation of CCTV (or image recording system)

For details of a wide range of proven security products visit the Insight Security website 

Security Seals for Parcels and Goods in Transit

There are many situations where it's important to know if someone has tried to gain access to, or could have tampered with, the contents of some type of sealed container.

There are of course products such as 'Pull Tight' security seals and ties that can be used with many types of container, but these are not suitable for use with the humble cardboard box.     

To solve the problem, Insight Security have introduced to their product range, a large, tape type - tamper evident parcel seal - designed specifically for applications such as use as a tamper evident seal for boxes and parcels in transit.
 
Supplied in roll form, the self adhesive labels simply peel off the roll and are applied directly to the receiving surface. The special adhesive on these labels is designed to bond effectively to fibrous surfaces such as cardboard, as well as plastic surfaces.
 
Once stuck in position, any attempt to lift or remove the label from the surface will result in a message warning that the tape has been opened thus indicating that the parcel, etc. could have been tampered with.

...and once the warning message (which is laminated into the adhesive layer) has appeared, it is not possible to reseal the label and hide the message.

How do you protect your;

• Laptop Computer,
• Satellite Navigation System,
• Mobile Phone ...and other valuables

when you have to leave them in your vehicle?
 
 
If you're not locking them in a secure vehicle safe, you're at high risk of losing them!
 
Why? - well there are some 2,000,000 vehicle break-ins in the UK every year - that's one break-in every 13 seconds! ...and there's no place in the country that's free from risk!
 
So you'll be glad to know that there are a great range of vehicle safes available which will protect your valuables, and if you hurry, you can grab a unit at a special offer price from as little as £17.99 ex vat from Insight Security.
 
...but you really will have to hurry, these crazy prices are only available for existing stock, and the offer ends 28th February at the latest.
 

The Leave-a-Key key safe provides a simple and practical way to leave a key safely at your property to allow an authorised person access in your absence.

Traditionally people have resorted to hanging the door key on a piece of string inside the letterbox, hiding a key under the external doormat or a nearby plantpot, etc, but the Leave-a-Key key safe offers a much safer way to solve the problem! 

Already a favourite with home helps and health visitors calling on the elderly or infirm, who may not be able to get to the door to let them in, external key safes are not a new idea, but Insights price breakthrough now means that everyone can afford one.

These key safes also offer a practical solution to leaving keys for children returning from school to a temporarily empty house, leaving keys for guests hiring holiday cottages or caravans, etc.

Which is the right key safe for you?

In very simple terms, all key safes are basically a code controlled lockable box which can be attached to the outside of your building, caravan, gates, etc.

In operation, you will place a key into the box and lock it shut (usually just by inserting the locking security faceplate into position and pressing it home). To access the stored key you simply enter the security access code that you have set, which releases the faceplate so that you can access and remove the key again.

If you want other people to be able to get at the key, you simply tell them the secret access code ...and with the best key safes, you can change the security code quickly and easily, as often as you like

...so if you no longer want someone you have given the code to to enter you property when you're not there, simply change the code.

The main considerations when choosing a key safe are; size and type of access mechanism (digital keypad or tumbler operated lock).

Size:

If you only want to store one or two cylinder lock type flat keys, virtually any of the leave-a-key key safes will provide adequate internal storage capacity.

For bulkier keys or if you need to leave several keys, a keysafe with a larger internal capacity will be required, such as the digital keypad operated Leave-a-key Maxibox or the 4 tumbler Masterbox key safe.

Access mechanism:

Tumbler Lock operated units;

These are generally the cheapest type of Leave-a-key units and the access code is typically entered via a 3 or 4 wheel tumbler combination lock. These are perfectly good units that won't break the bank, but from a security point of view, a 4 wheel tumbler should be the minimum choice (allows 9,999 combinations - a 3 wheel tumbler only allows 999 combinations).

Setting the tumblers into position to open the key safe is a little more fiddly that using a digital keypad operated unit and of course tumbler locks are not as easy to use in the dark!

One other consideration with a tumbler lock is weathering, ...the numbers on the tumbler wheels tend to weather and become more difficult to read over time, so our advice would be to buy a unit where the tumbers are protected by some type of weather shield such as the Masterbox Leave-a-key key safe (currently on offer £19.95 ex vat)

Digital Keypad operated units;

Simpler to use, a unit with a digital keypad is obviously a much better choice if the keysafe will need to be used by the elderly or infirm, anyone with failing eyesight, etc, or simply for convenience. 

As with Tumbler Lock units, the security access code should be quick and easy to change and you should be able to change it as often as you like (be warned, there are units out there that only allow you to change the code a certain number of times).

Again, a weather protector cover for the keypad is recommended, however because of the layout of the keypad with this type of unit, you can key in the access code by feeling the position of the keys alone, so if the numbering becomes less visible, it's not so much of a problem (and you could even do it in the dark!).

The compact digital keypad type Midibox Leave-a-key key safe from Insight Security is a great little unit which is currently on offer for £29.90 ex vat 

The digital keypad type Maxibox Leave-a-key key safe stores bulkier or multiple keys and is currently on special offer for £25.80 ex vat 

Some Other Useful Weblinks;...

...view a full range of Leave-A-Key key safes and emergency key boxes 

...view all types of key management, key storage and key control products including key safes, key cabinets, key tracking systems, etc.

Still not sure? - need advice?   ...contact the Insight Security helpline: 01273 475500 their advice is free, but could save you a costly mistake!

Could you be buying from a "Dodgy" UK Website?

This morning, the BBC and all other major UK news channels have been giving significant coverage to the problem of buying goods on line from what purports to be a UK based company with a ".co.uk" web address, only to find that the company is not British and the goods could be counterfeit.

The case used to illustrate the problem for the morning newsround, featured a victim who purchased a pair of Nike trainers on line from a plausible .co.uk website, only to find that the website belonged to a company in China, and that the trainers were in fact fakes!

So how can you protect yourself?

When you are considering buying on-line you may want to consider taking some extra precautions before parting with your money. A couple of simple things you can do are;

 - use the "WHOIS" internet checking facility to see who owns the website

 - make sure the website clearly shows a UK trading address and telephone number

 - if you're worried about the supplier, you can always phone to check that it's a valid telephone number

 - you can check the validity of the post code using one of the various free on-line postcode checking facilities or you can use "google maps" to see that the property actually exists and is what it claims (a recent check I made on a business trading address using "google maps", clearly showed the location to be a flat in a residential block, ...may be not a problem for some types of business, but certainly in this instance the property was not a large warehouse as indicated by the website!) 

To keep things in perspective, the old adage "if it looks to good to be true..." is worth remembering. And whilst for some types of product, a cheap copy may be perfectly adequate (or even desirable), when it comes to something that must be as described and the genuine article you need to be more rigorous with your checking!

A good example of an area where buying the genuine article is critical is security products. A metal detector that detects "sometimes" it more dangerous than one that doesn't work at all and the same principle applies to most other security products whether it be a personal alarm, padlock or whatever.

Good websites will show:

Check out the Insight Security website to see how a good company website will provide you with full company address and contact details including; company name and trading address, phone & fax numbers, company registration number, etc (not just an e-mail address or mobile phone number!)

...and the Insight-Direct On-Line security shop also shows full contact details on the "CONTACT US" page ...while you're there, don't forget to check out the current security product bargains!

It's not exactly rocket science, but making a few simple, practical checks like those mentioned above, before you buy, makes very good sense and could save you a costly mistake  ...happy & safe shopping.

Insight Security have extended their range of galvanised spiked anti climb brackets and anti climb pole collars that you can buy at on-line prices through their Web Shop.

Custom built spiked anti climb collars for poles with diameters of;

              76 mm (3.0")     89 mm (3.5")      100 mm (4.0")      114 mm (4.5")

can now be bought on-line and as these popular sizes are normally available from stock, the units will typically be delivered within 3-4 days of placing your order.

If you have an urgent need for the product or require delivery on a specific date, simply call the Insight Customer Services line - tel: 01273 475500 - they'll be happy to take your order over the phone and arrange delivery to suit your requirements.

If the product you need happens to be temporarily out of stock when you want to order, or you require a bespoke size unit, manufacturing leadtime should be no more than 10-14 days maximum under normal circumstances ...and the product may be available sooner.

Insight also offer a range of "Instant - Spiked Anti Climb Brackets", which they fabricate from their Razor Spike anti climb barrier. These versatile units can be produced to fit any size of post or pole and can normally be delivered within 1 to 2 working days of order if you're desperate.

As well as providing a very low cost anti climb solution, the Instant anti climb brackets also offer installers a convenient and practical solution where it's not possible to wait for a bespoke unit to be manufactured. 

Other perimeter security and anti climb devices offered by Insight include; anti-climb paint (available in grey or black), wall and fence spikes, rotating anti climb barriers including the popular Non Aggressive "Roller Barrier" anti climb barrier which is rapidly becomming the preferred option for schools, etc. as there is no risk of children impaling themselves should they try to climb it. ...and don't forget the warning signs!

Visit www.insight-security.com for details of their full range of tried and tested perimeter security products  

The answer of course depends on what you want to use it for!
 
If for example you are looking for an under vehicle search mirror, your requirements will be very different than if you're a dentist needing to inspect the inside of a patients mouth (it would be tricky to get a 300mm diameter inspection mirror into a mouth!),

...but lets be sensible about it, and assume that your requirement is for a security mirror for use in searching vehicles or premises for contraband, explosive devices, stowaways, etc.
 
What are the key considerations?
 
   1. Size
   2. Material
   3. Lighting Conditions
   4. Weight and usability
   5. Cost
 
Lets consider each of these areas in more depth:

1. Size
 
If you are looking for a personal security 'pocket type inspection mirror' you will probably want to make sure that the mirror size is no greater than say 65 x 120mm or you'll need a pretty large pocket.

For other types of inspection mirror, a larger format mirror will offer a larger viewing area and therefore make searching or inspecting a larger area quicker and easier.

Typically round mirrors from around 140mm diameter to around 400mm are favoured, whilst rectangular mirrors up to around 300 by 400mm are also commonly used.
 
2. Mirror Material
 
Historically glass has been the favoured choice, however it is obviously a fragile material which is easily broken. The new generation of plastic mirrors are now rapidly taking over as the favoured alternative for this type of application.

There are however a wide range of types of plastics available ranging from the virtually unbreakable polycarbonate type material, to the cheaper but more fragile acrylic type materials. Being softer than glass, plastics are more prone to scratching, however some plastic mirrors are available with a specially coated surface which offers a level of protection against scratches.

Other materials include polished stainless steel, however not only are such mirrors very expensive, but their performance can be seriously compromised by scratching or denting.

3. Illumination & Lighting Conditions
 
To many first time buyers, the addition of a supplementary light source to the search mirror seems an unnecessary luxury (and expense), however established users are well aware that in many situations it's not just a luxury, but an absolute essential.

Try using an inspection mirror to search the underside of a vehicle at night! That's a case which most people can see would require a light source to make it viable, however in practice its just as essential when trying to inspect the underside of a vehicle in bright sunlight.
 
Any fitted light source should be capable of generating a significant level of illumination to be effective. In some cases a simple torch would be perfectly acceptable , but as a general rule of thumb, anything less than 40-50 lumens light output is unlikely to be effective (be warned; many of the products currently on sale are fitted with totally inadequate light sources).

4. Weight and usability
 
If you're only going to use your search mirror for 5 minutes a day, this area of consideration won't be high on your priority list, but if you are expecting your operatives to use such products for hours at a time, it's absolutely critical. 

Weight is an obvious consideration, the heavier the unit the less usable the unit will be and the more likely that the operative will be distracted from the task of concentrating on the search activity. A trolley type search mirror, features castors on the underside which is one way of minimising the weight issue.  

Operational length - it is important that your mirror is comfortable to use. An inspection mirror with a 2 metre handle for instance, will be a challenge for a shorter operative to use, while a unit with 1 metre handle will place considerable bodily stress on a tall operative during use. The solution is a telescopic type handle which can be locked at any length (rather than at fixed stops) between its fully closed and fully extended position.

Mirror size - a very large mirror on a long handle would be difficult to control if used in windy conditions to inspect the top of high sided vehicles, ...but a smaller format mirror would be required to check into cramped or restricted areas - make sure you choose a mirror size suitable for your requirements.
 
5. Cost
 
Obviously cost is an issue for any organisation, especially in the current economic climate, but this is certainly one of those products where 'Value' is much more important than 'Price'. ...and remember when calculating the lifetime cost of ownership of these products, items such as batteries, etc. can have a significant impact (low energy LED lighting for instance can operate for 100 hours or so from a couple of small batteries, a conventional torch will operate for just a few hours on a set of batteries).

We hope you have found this helpful, but if you would like more details of a proven range of effective search and inspection mirrors,

visit;   http://www.insight-security.com/mirrors.htm

alternatively to buy on line now,

go to;    http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=11&SubGroup=4

...or if you would like to discuss your requirements and get some practical advice from a security expert, just call Insight Security on; 01273 475500

their advice is free ...and could save you a small fortune

It's not everyday that the promotion of a security product at an exhibition generates the level of enthusiasm that the Non Aggressive Roller Barrier anti climb system achieved at the ALARM annual Conference and Exhibition, so it's great to buck the trend.

Although Roller Barrier has been available for around two years now in its present beefier and upgraded form, it's still a product which many local authorities are unaware of - even though they desperately need it.

Those Local Authorities that do know about it, are already specifying it for use in and around schools, as the total lack of spikes which could cause impalement injuries makes it the safest anti climb barrier currently available anywhere.

In addition to reducing the risk of impalement which can lead to costly compensation claims, Roller Barrier is manufactured from Recyled polycarbonate, so it can also help with meeting recycling targets.

It's simple to install, maintenance free and cost effective (and obviously weatherproof, UV stabilised for long operational life and flame retardant).

But don't just take our word for it! - check out the product in detail at the Roller Barrier page of the Insight Security Website.

...or you can check out Roller Barrier and the ALARM Conference and Exhibition.

It is now some months since the government publicly recognised the threat of the economic recession leading to increased burglaries and other crime.

Well, despite their predictions being suspect in many areas, it seems that at least they were accurate with that prediction, and sales of Adaptabar Security Window Bars have soared as domestic and commercial users across the UK beef up their security to tackle the growing threat.

It is well known that a favourite break-in point for burglars is a vulnerable window, especially where it is not easily overlooked from the street or other parts of the building(s). But securing a window against break-ins is not only easy, but need not cost an arm and a leg.

A security grille or burglar bar type window security bar system will provide robust protection agains the burglar. The choice of system will depend on a number of factors, but basically the choice will come down to opting for a low cost modular window security bar and grille system, or a custom 'made-to-measure' unit, which will naturally be more expensive as it will require a professional surveyor (and sales visit!) prior to delivery and then professional installation.

The Adaptabar Modular security grille and window bar system from Insight Security offers a practical low cost solution which is so simple to install that even someone with basic handyman skills can fit it - potentially saving the cost of employing a professional installer!

Insight have just put up a new page Adaptabar Security Window Bar System  on their website describing the system and its benefits, so if you are considering beefing up your window security, we would recommend you log on to check it out

- it could save you a fortune, and the product can normally be delivered from stock, so there's no tedious wait for sales visits, surveys and the bespoke manufacturing.

Great news for key managers, now everyone can afford a key storage cabinet with digital codelock access.
 
Now you don't need to worry about getting dozens of keys cut for all those users authorised to have access to the centrally stored keys. Just give each authorised user the access code that you have programmed into the codelock and away you go!
 
Worried about security when an employee leaves? ... simply change the code (you can change the acccess code as often as you like) and give each currently authorised user the new code. And remember, your master code (which you can also change as often as you like) will always allow you to open the cabinet as well as allowing you to change the access codes.
 
With prices from under £65.00 for a cabinet with digital codelock fitted, your key problems are solved!

Checkout the options at;
 
      http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=7&SubGroup=1

As the recession bites, more and more companies are finding themselves forced to shed staff in an attempt to reduce operating costs to a level which will allow them to continue trading. For many however, this means that there are times when staff may be required to work alone - raising "Staff Safety" and "Employer Duty of Care" issues.

The good news however is that the "Lone Worker Alarm" offers a simple, low cost way to provide a safer environment for staff working alone or out of site of colleagues.

The Lone Worker Alarm is a reliable, wireless based RF alarm system. The belt worn transmitter features an aid call button that the wearer can press at any time to summon emergency assistance, and an internal tilt switch which automatically activates an alarm call in the event of the wearer collapsing, falling, etc.

When activated, the transmitter sends a wireless signal to an on-site receiver station where an operator can initiate help. Where the on-site receiver station is not manned, as an option, the receiver can be fitted with a telephone autodialler and set up to automatically send a message onward to any manned telephone (mobile or landline) where help can be raised. 

Whether you have just one member of staff, or dozens of workers to protect, on a single or multiple sites, the Lone Worker Alarm System can be tailored to meet your exact requirements.

"Lone Worker" has been reliably and cost effectively protecting staff throughout the UK for many years, where users range from the print industry to Local Authorities.

For full details of the product visit;

http://www.insight-security.com/ala-lonework.htm

To buy at special on-line prices, visit;

http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=17&SubGroup=4

Although we can't always believe all that the government tell us, their warning shortly before Christmas that crime rates would rise as unemployment escalates and personal incomes drop, are already showing signs of fulfillment.

History has shown us time and again through various economic recessions, that incidents of vandalism, burglary and theft increase as money becomes tighter and jobs become harder to find and less secure, whilst crimes of violence also tend to increase.

Violent crimes are often associated with attempts at material gain, i.e. robberies or intent to rob, although worry or frustration over job security (or lack of a job), spiralling debt and / or reducing income, etc. can in some, trigger violent reactions to the most trivial of incidents as behaviour becomes less rational.

Personal Safety

When it comes to personal safety and protection, basic common sense precautions designed to avoid putting youself in risk situations are a far better option than worrying about what would help you to get out of a sticky situation. Carrying a personal security alarm can offer a sense of comfort, especially on dark winter nights, but on their own, they won't make it safe to walk alone through deserted streets, and remember carrying any sort of weapon is not only illegal, but also pretty stupid as statistics show us that the chances of getting injured or worse increase dramatically if you do!

Today, the Conservative Party released figures (obtained from the police in England and Wales under the Freedom of Information Act) indicating that there were some 277 fatal stabbings in the UK within just 12 months (the highest figure for 30 years). The good news however, is that for most of the 60 million plus UK population, the chances of being the target of violent attack is statistically fairly remote for those living outside of a limited number of notorious inner city areas and employing basic common sense principles to their everyday lives.
       

Protecting your premises and valuables

When it comes to protecting your property and possessions however, we are all at much greater risk, especially where items that can easily be converted into cash are concerned (and there is a ready market for most things!). Fortunately there are now a wide range of proven, cost effective security products available to choose from that could help you to protect your premises and your valuables. Anti Climb perimeter security products, CCTV monitoring and recording systems, physical locks and lock down systems, all have a part to play, but which measures would be best for you?

When considering what security measures to introduce, a few basic considerations will ensure that you don't waste your money and that you get the best value security solution - that's the right one for you. Although these basics may sound obvious, based on over 20 years experience of advising clients on security matters, be assured, even very large companies get it wrong from time to time, so how much more at risk of wasting money on the wrong solution are the inexperienced without an army of employed security specialists to call on?

So what are these basic considerations?

1. Carry out a risk assessment (see below for details of how to obtain your free copy of the free Insight Security Risk Assessment Guide) - this will highlight the areas of greatest risk, in which your money will be best spent for maximum benefit.

2. Security measures implemented before you have become a victim are more likely to have been carefully considered and costed, than when you're faced with having to respond instantly to plug a hole after an incident. The immediacy of a Knee jerk response to plug a hole in the security system after an incident usually means that the most obvious (not necessarily the best) option is normally the one adopted. Not only is there less time to consider all the options, but the urgency of the situation often also leads to higher costs.

3. Locate and buy from a reputable, specialist security supplier who has a good track record and a reputation for delivering proven security products (they should also be happy to give impartial security advice without charging you for it and provide good after sales backup and support ...and be likely still to be in business a couple of years hence). 
 
4. Keep your security solutions simple. The more complex the solution and its implementation, the more there is to go wrong - and the more chance there is of operator error.

5. Remember even Fort Knox is not impregnable - any security measure that can be conceived and implemented, could also be breached, given enough time, money, knowledge and resources. In practical terms, the most cost effective form of security will normally consist of a series of measures (each designed to delay and frustrate the potential criminal), implemented in a way that means they have to be tackled sequentially - the longer a thief is on site, the greater the risk of being detected and caught ...and easier pickings will look increasingly attractive!

6. Training: when you've implemented your new security measures, make sure that the relevant people (staff or family, etc) know about them, and where applicable how to use them properly. A high security lock is pointless if the key is left in it or hanging next to it, an alarm system that no one knows how to set or arm is unlikely to be very effective in the event of a break in. These may sound like daft examples of security failures, but they're drawn from a long list of real life instances! 

Insight Security have been supplying best value, proven security solutions to domestic users as well as to organisations of all size throughgout the public and private sectors for 20 years, and have a well deserved reputation for providing practical no nonsense advice and excellent after sales support as well as delivering quality products on time.

To download your free Risk Assessment guide, visit;

     http://www.insight-security.com/pdfs/Risk%20Assessment%20Guide%20(HK).pdf

for general advice and an "introduction to / overview of", a wide range of security products, visit;

     http://www.insight-security.com

To buy proven security products - at on-line prices, visit;

     http://www.insight-direct.co.uk

Insight Security - the UKs  "One Stop Security Shop"

Great news, - Insight Security have slashed the price of its Prikla Anti Climb spikes, so now you can buy the best, for the lowest ever price - from just 69p per 500mm strip (or just £1.38 per metre).
 
...and the exciting new Prikla SupaStrip (Brick Strip)? - from £2.49 per 500mm strip (or just £4.98 per metre)!
 
How are such low prices possible?
 
Simple - volume sales have led to lower buying costs, so rather than pocketing the difference, Insight have decided to pass it on to its customers!
 
Don't miss out of this great opportunity - buy now at;
 
http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=9&SubGroup=2

Arson attacks are not just confined to November 5th, however the time around bonfire night is fraught for potential victims, thanks to the easy availability of powerful fireworks.
 
For many home owners and business organisations, an arson attack is often born out of a longstanding grudge or some type of dispute and the attack is often targetted at the letterbox through which the recipients postal mail is normally delivered.  
 
Insight Security offer a range of anti arson letterboxes, designed specifically to thwart such attacks, including steel mailboxes and fireproof mail collector bags designed to fit over the inside of your letterbox.
 
 
For details of the range of anti arson products available visit;
 
 
    http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listgroup.aspx?Group=23

There are times when you need to provide access to your home but you may not be there, or perhaps just can't get to the door to let someone in. The 'Leave-A-Key' key safe is a proven and practical solution to the problem, as used extensively by Local Authorities and other public sector organisations as well as by personal users.
 
It provides a secure way to leave a key safely for; your home help, carers for the elderly or incapacitated, your children returning from school....

  ...OR JUST AS AN EMERGENCY KEY FOR WHEN YOU LOCK YOURSELF OUT!

The robust metal housing with its weatherproof sleeve, bolts firmly to your house or building with the fixings supplied, then your keys are deposited and locked securely behind the removable keypad operated face panel.

To let authorised people into your home, all you have to do is tell them the personal access code you have set - Simple and Convenient!  And remember, changing the code is quick and easy, and you can do it as often as you like, so if you decide that you want to stop someone you have given the current code to from being able to open the key safe, simply change the code.

Every day it is providing reliable access for Home Helps, Carers, Nurses, Paramedics, emergency services, etc, here are just a few of the benefits:

              -  No more Keys to manage or lose
              -  Eliminates the need for Police forced entry
              -  No need to arrange key-holders, etc.
              -  Maintenance free

  For details of the full product range visit;

     http://www.insight-security.com/key-leave.htm

   To buy on-line at Special Offer Prices, visit;

     http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=7&SubGroup=5

    but hurry ...the special offer price is only available for a limited period - make sure you don't miss out!

"Burglaries have soared by up to 82% as the credit crunch takes its toll in Sussex" (Brighton & Hove leader - 9th October 2008)  
 
Well, the government predicted that it would happen, and for once they seem to be right!
 
As money becomes tighter, and the prospect of job losses becomes more imminent, inevitably theft and crime rates increase as certain elements of society look to find easy ways to supplement their income.
 
The good news is that not every area will suffer a swing of 82%, but if comfortable Sussex is suffering, you can bet that there will be other locations that will suffer much more extreme rises ...and no area can expect total immunity.
 
There is of course no simple solution to solve all security problems, however as in most domestic burglaries, entry to the premises is achieved via a side or rear window, many people are turning to low a cost Adaptabar solution to beef up their security and foil break ins at their most vulnerable windows.
 
Adaptabar is a simple yet robust modular security bar & window grille system, produced by UK based Insight Security. The system features a range of security bars that fit over the inside of the window, which can easily be converted to a customised security grille by the addition of optional lateral spacer bars. Because the bars are telescopic, even if you are slightly adrift with your window measurements, the bars should still fit (just try fitting an expensive, custom manufactured security grill, into a recess just 2mm too small at one end!).
 
Installed by professionals in a range of environments from schools, to offices or warehouses, the versatile, low cost Adaptabar system is equally suitable for home use, where it can be installed by anyone with basic handyman skills.

For full details of the Adaptabar product and prices, visit
 
   http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=22&SubGroup=1

Retail security is a major problem, with theft of goods and equipment from shops reaching record proportions. Most major retailers have been using electronic track type and loop alarm security systems to protect items on display, for many years, but over recent years many smaller retailers have also found these systems to be a cost effective aid in helping to reduce losses through theft.
 
The retail security loop alarm systems from Insight Security, are used in a wide range of environments, from the small family business, to major national retail outlets. And with a choice of mains or battery powered systems, there are models to suit virtually all needs, whether you are looking to protect items within a building with mains power availability, or at a show or exhibition in a field with no easy access to mains power.
 
With system prices starting from around £50, it's easy to see why they are so cost effective, and of course another great plus point is that they are so simple to set up and use - components simply plug together - then you arm the system at the control box with the security key! The mains powered units feature an internal backup battery, which instantly switches in to maintain the integrity of the alarm system in the event of a mains power failure or power cut, while the battery powered units operate from an easily available PP3 type battery which will offer around 6 months operation under normal use.
 
As well as protecting items in retail outlets, these versatile loop and track alarm systems are also popular for protecting items on display (or in use), at galleries, exhibitions, in training and demonstration rooms ...and lots more.
 
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the key benefits of using a knife search arch type walk through metal detector are Speed & Efficiency...

...when considering what type of metal detector you need, obviously the first thing to establish is what you want to use it for.

A good quality treasure hunter or beach comber type metal detector may be the ideal device for locating buried coins, or treasure, etc, but will be totally unsuitable for searching persons for concealed weapons, foil wrapped drugs, mobile phones, etc. ...and visa versa.

When you need to search persons to ensure that they are not carrying concealed weapons or foil wrapped drugs around the streets or into clubs, or carrying mobile phones into exam rooms, etc. then the right choice will be a security metal detector.

Security metal detectors are available in two forms; Hand-held metal detectors or walk through search arches.

The arch type walk-thru security metal detector is a familiar feature of the airport security check point (airport metal detector arches), which we have all passed through when flying away on holiday. These units are designed to rapidly screen people from head to toe for metal objects and offer the only practical solution when the requirement is to screen volumes of people quickly and efficiently. Over recent months, in view of the focus on knife crime and youth stabbings, these units have increasingly been referred to by the UK government as search arches or knife arches.

Hand held security metal detectors (often referred to as metal detector wands or simply hand held detectors), offer a cheaper alternative to the metal detector arch, and whilst an equally reliable device for detecting concealed weapons, etc. the process of scanning an individual will as a minimum take several second (compared with the 1-2 second throughput of a search arch type unit).  

To find out more about the metal detector product range, visit; 

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To find out more about search arch type metal detectors, visit; 

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To find out more about hand held metal detectors, visit; 

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