Crime prevention experts everywhere agree, that marking your assets and valuables with an identification mark to establish your ownership, is a great idea and a very worthwhile extra precaution to be used alongside your physical security measures.

There are basically two popular types of asset mark available;

"Visual Markings"

 - these will bear some sort of identification such as; your postcode, company name or telephone number, etc. which can be applied to your valuables in the form of a stick on label, or a mark permanently etched into the surface of the protected item.

or

"Covert Markings"

 - these are marks which are not easily seen by the naked eye, but which can be identified and analysed by police to identify ownership of the goods. This type of mark ranges from the simple UV Pen mark, which flouresces when a UV light is shone on it, to very sophisticated microdot and DNA style asset marking systems.

Over recent years, the popularity of covert marking systems has increased significantly. As a result of increased production volumes and more competition in the marketplace, there has been a small drop in prices, however you'll still need to beware of hidden ongoing costs such as; annual license or renewal fees, database registration fees (or fees to change your database entry - i.e. when your contact details change).

EnigmaTag - is an exciting new type of Microdot marking system which has smashed through the price barrier big time, making it easily affordable to everyone!

From the home owner wanting to mark the home computer or TV, or those valuable paintings or antiques, 

...to the corporate business or school with hundreds or even thousands of items to protect, EnigmaTag offers a practical and cost effective solution.

Used and recommended by police, EnigmaTag has the backing of police forces UK wide. Ownership details of the marked items is registered (for free) on the national on-line database, which is available for registrations and for police interrogation 24/7.

The system is based around a special UV reactive marking fluid, saturated with thousands of uniquely coded microscopic particles.

All of the micro-particles in the applicator bottle feature the same unique identification code, but the code in each bottle is different, so unlike other systems, your code is unique to you (note: 'coded alike' bottles are available for large commercial customers if required).

Each bottle contains sufficient fluid for up to 120 applications using the in-built applicator brush, so even assuming a couple of marks per item (as recommended), there's enough to mark 50 items or so.

Used in conjunction with the warning and window stickers supplied, the system will help prevent the theft of all the expensive items in your home, school or work place.

Popular uses include marking valuable assets such as: Computers, Laptops, PDA's, Printers, Scanners, Projectors, Televisions, DVD Players, VCR's, Games consoles, Stereo systems, MP3 Players, Personal stereos, Antiques and Paintings, Power tools, Lawn mowers, Industrial machinery, Scaffolding components ... in fact just about anything that's at risk.

 ...and the really good news is that unlike other covert marking systems, with EnigmaTag, there are no ongoing annual license fees or renewal fees to pay!

Want to know more about asset / property marking products? - click here for details - covert & visual asset marking systems
  

The new Pocket Size Illuminated Folding Search and Inspection Mirror from Insight Security sets new standards for performance at a truly budget price (currently on special offer at just £25.40 ex vat).

The three high performance LED lamps built-in to the mirror housing, are powerful enough to light up the darkest corners to ensure you don't miss anything during your inspection, whilst their ultra low power draw ensures long battery life.

The generous 85mm (circa 3.5") diameter round mirror is big enough to be practical for inspecting larger areas, while being small enough to allow the unit to fold compactly to slip into your pocket, ...and weighing in at just 190gms, it won't make your pocket sag!

The telescopic stainless steel handle extends to a comfortable 750mm, preventing the need to stoop to inspect the underside of your vehicle or other areas to be inspected, while the double ball joint attachment allows infinite angle adjustment of the mirror for easy viewing. 

Specifications at a glance:
 
- Dimensions:   Folded -  160 x 90 x 35mm.
                     The telescopic handle extends to 750mm (29.5")

- Mirror Type:   Glass - 85mm diameter (3.3/8")

- Powered by:  2 x standard lithium button cells (supplied)

- Weight:        190 gms (incl batteries)

click here for for more information on the range of pocket size compact folding search and inspection mirrors

or click here for details of the full range of security search and inspection mirrors from Insight Security

The new look and feel Insight-Direct security webshop launched in April 2010 is proving a major hit with customers.

Because the site only sells proven, reliable security products which do what they claim, every product offered, carries a "No Quibble - Money Back Guarantee". This combined with competitive pricing and the most comprehensive range of security products available in the UK are just some of the reasons that customers return to the site, each time they have a new security problem to tackle.

Feedback from "new" and "long standing" customers on the new format of the on-line shop is very positive. In particular, people find it quick and easy to navigate their way around the site and buying is a simple, speedy process with no surprises.

For many "On-Line" buyers, one of the biggest frustrations of the buying process is having to enter their personal details before they get to see the final cost of what's in their basket.

Insight believe that transparency is essential throughout any transaction, which is why when you add an item to your basket at the Insight-Direct on-line shop, you can instantly see the total cost including VAT and carriage ... so there are no nasty surprises when you get to the checkout, ...and you won't be asked for your personal details until you choose to go to the checkout!

If you have a safety or security issue (or think you may have one in the future), this is definitely a site you'll need to visit, so bookmark it now and add it to your favourites;

   http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/Default.aspx

It could save you a fortune the next time you have a problem, but just as importantly, when you do need a security solution, you know that you can rely on any product you buy from the shop.

Fitting anti climb Anti Cat Spikes to your garden walls and fences is a simple and easily affordable way to deter unwelcome animals (or human intruders) from your garden.

If you’re fed up with uninvited animals ripping up your new plants, or simply using your garden as a toilet, you’ll be pleased to hear about ‘Anti Cat Spike Strips’. Home owners up and down the country have been using these practical, yet simple devices for years and delighted users are more than happy to share the secret with friends.

Manufactured from UV stabilised, weatherproof plastic, anti cat strips are easily affordable and simple to fit. These anti cat devices are typically screwed to the top of wooden fences or garden walls (each strip features multiple fixing holes for maximum flexibility), alternatively, strips can be stuck in place with a special adhesive.

Each strip is half a metre long (500mm or approx 19”) and if required can easily be cut to a shorter length. In appearance they look like an oversize ruler, with three or four rows of moulded conical spikes sticking upward along the length of each strip. Strips are fitted end to end to form a spiked anti climb barrier of the required length, while the width can be extended by fitting strips side by side.

The spikes are purposely designed with a blunted end, to ensure that they will not cause injury to animals or human intruders trying to climb over them, but they do cause extreme discomfort when any weight is put on them, which is what makes them so effective.

The standard Prikla Hinge-Strip is 500mm long x 45mm wide, while the Prikka Super Strip, (also sometimes called a Prikka Brick Strip because it’s the width of a brick), is 500mm x 100mm.

Standard Prikla Strips are available individually or in handy multibuy saver packs and offer a choice of 4 practical colours to blend in with any environment (brown, green, black & stone grey).

The wider Prikka Brick Strips are terracotta in colour and again are available either individually or in handy multi packs.

More information about the Anti Cat Strips and how & where they can be used, can be found on line at; Anti Cat Spike Strips

Or you can buy Anti Cat Spikes here at great online prices.

For information on the UKs most comprehensive range of anti climb products (including Anti Cat Strips), visit; Anti Climb Perimeter Security Products  

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.

Whether you're one of our thousands of existing customers, or totally new to Insight, you can grab some of the amazing launch bargains when you visit the redesigned Insight Direct on-line security shop.

Security and safety mirrors, key cabinets, padlocks, chains and ground anchors, laptop safes and lots more great value offers are there for the taking - but hurry, the super discounts are there to celebrate the redesign of the UKs number 1 on line security shop!

Visit the www.insight-direct.co.uk to grab a bargain,

or checkout the security professionals favourite reference site; www.insight-security.com

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.
 

Which padlock would you choose?

Choosing a cheap padlock for your locker at the gym may be a simple task,
 
...but when you need a padlock to secure your motorcycle or other high value asset,  making the right choice suddenly gets a whole lot trickier - and a lot more costly!
 
Size is not necessarily a good indicator of a padlock's security level ...and the manufacturers security level guide printed on retail packaging is equally confusing and certainly not a reliable guide, as no two manufacturers seem to use the same rating system. 
 
So how would you decide?
 
You might think that if you pay a lot for a padlock (a high security padlock could easily cost you well over £200), you'd get the best solution, but actually, much lower cost padlock may be more than adequate for your needs
 
...and don't forget that the chain, hasp or infrastructure i.e. the door and doorframe, that the padlock will be used with, all need to offer the same level of security as the padlock itself.
 
Don't worry though, help is at hand, Insight Security's;  Free - Money Saving Guide to Choosing the Right Padlock
 
will give you a great insight to what's important for you to consider, and it should help save you from making an expensive mistake

Would you pay £16.00 per square metre?
...if you could be paying just £2.95?

Being interested in all things security, one of the many Google Alerts we have set up relates to "Anti Climb Paint" which is also often referred to as anti intruder paint, security paint and anti burglar paint among other names.

...and we have to confess to being more than a little mystified therefore, as to how a company in Dublin has managed to get its anti climb paint on the alert list around half a dozen times over recent weeks
 
...and even more mystified as to why anyone in their right mind would pay 92 euros for a 5 litre tin of the stuff which according to their recommendations would cover 5 square metres
 
...which works out at 18.4 Euros per square metre (or approximately £16.00 per square metre!) 
 

 
Compare that with the Best Price on the Web of the anti climb paint offered by Lewes based; Insight Security - who are offering their high quality anti climb paint at just £2.95 per square metre coverage (20 litre pack) or just £2.99 per square metre (5 litre pack)!
 
Obviously as a high volume distributor of anti climb paint and a wide range of other "Best Value" security products, Insight Security have the advantage of lower manufacturing costs, and so are able to pass on the savings to their customers
 
even so, it makes you think!
 

Pre Christmas Delivery Dates - Insight Security

Please Note: In the run up to Christmas 2009, all goods ordered from Insight Security will be shipped within the UK via the APC Nationwide Courier Service.

As with all courier companies, APC close down between Xmas and the new year due to the lack of demand for their services during the traditional business shutdown period.
 
For last minute Pre Xmas deliveries, their target is to deliver goods by 14.00 hours (2pm) on 24th Dec 09 (Christmas Eve).
 
If you need security products delivered before the Christmas deadlineplease check availability of the goods prior to ordering (tel; 01273 475500) and see below for last order dates and delivery service options;

For Standard 3 day delivery service

- orders must be received by 14.00 hours (2pm) Monday 21st Dec 09
 
For Premium next day delivery service

- orders must be received by 14.00 hours (2pm) Tuesday 22nd Dec 09
 
For Premium next day "AM" delivery service

- orders must be received by 12.00 hours (Noon) Wednesday 23rd Dec 09
 
 
Please Note; Insights Offices will close at Noon on 24th December and reopen for normal business at 9am on 4th January

Orders placed during the Christmas to New Year period via the  Insight Security On-line security shop will be dispatched 4th-5th January on a "Next Day" delivery service   
 
 
...for details of the full range of Best Value Tried and Tested Security Products from Insight Security, please visit the main website: www.insight-security.com

 
 
May we take this opportunity to thank all our regular and the new customers we've had the pleasure of serving during 2009 - thanks for helping us to achieve another "Bumper Year".
 
We hope to be of help to you again - in the meanwhile from the whole team at Insight, a "Very Merry Christmas" ...and wishing you a very prosperous 2010

From all at Insight

  Simple solutions are often the best

- like these anti cat strips / cat deterrent strips - fitted to a garden fence

  Which is the best colour for your environment?

...choose from 4 popular stock colours; Brown, Grey, Black and Green.

You could obviously be forgiven for getting upset, if your neighbours cats continuously use your garden as a toilet or dig up your favourite plants, but happily, there's a simple, low cost solution!
 
These cat deterrent strips have been designed to fix to the top of your garden fences, gates and walls …and for simplicity, can be screwed, nailed or stuck in place.
 
Designed as a deterrent to animals and unwelcome human intruders, they cause maximum discomfort with minimum harm to anyone or anything attempting to climb over them.

Each spike features a small flat area at the top of the spike (they don't come to a sharp point), so they won’t penetrate the skin, but they do effectively discourage all unwelcome visitors as no one (or animal) would want to put their weight on them or try to grip them!
 
With strips costing from as little as just 61p each (bulk pack price), they can be bought on line from the Insight Security Web Shop (see Anti Climb Spikes / Static Spikes - in the Perimeter Security Section of the shop).
 
 
Note; these are guaranteed genuine Prikka Strips (the hinged design type strips designed for maximum flexibility), as recommended by the police for use on perimeter walls and fences to deter to burglars and other unwelcome intruders.

Christmas is almost upon us, but not all the shoppings finished! 
 
...Stuck for ideas? just what can you get that special person in your life who seems to have everything?
 
Here're a few suggestions for thoughtful gifts that they'll really appreciate;

 
   Sports Cam / Helmet cam / Covert Camcorder
 
- this versatile little video camera records high quality images (with audio) and is great for fun recordings or professional use
. Amazing value at the normal price, but absolutely incredible value at the Pre Christmas price! - Merry Christmas 

    normal price £79.99

   Pre Xmas Offer Price  just £42.95 ex vat 
 
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   Car Safe for your Sat Nav, etc.
 
- lock up and protect your Sat Nav, Blackberry, Parking Change, etc. when you leave your car
 

    normal price £38.99

   Pre Xmas Offer Price  just £26.95ex vat 
 
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   Car Safe for your Sat Nav,(Thatcham Approved).
 
- lock up and protect your Sat Nav, Blackberry, Parking Change, etc. when you leave your car
 

    normal price £54.99

   Pre Xmas Offer Price  just £44.99 ex vat 
 
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   Executive Security Briefcase.
 
- lock up and protect your Laptop Computer / Netbook, etc. in your car, hotel room, or wherever you are when you're away from home - and a super saver if you buy before Christmas!  
 

    normal price £129.95

   Pre Xmas Offer Price  just £69.99 ex vat 
 
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You'll find these really useful gifts will be appreciated long after christmas is forgotten, 
 
...and if you buy now you can take advantage of some fabulous savings as well! 
 
- but hurry these super offer prices only apply up until Christmas.
 

  ECO Mirrors from Mirror Warehouse

 
The unbreakable range of mirrors from Mirror Warehouse are causing something of a sensation with home owners as well as commercial users.
 
Whether you need help to see around the corner of a corridor in your offices or hospital, or you need a mirror to eliminate that blind spot as you leave your driveway at home or your worksite to join a busy road, there's a mirror that's right for you ...and at the right price!
 
Crystal clear reflections, unbreakable material and the inclusion of a robust and versatile fixing pack are just some of the reasons that these mirrors are so popular ...apart of course from the very competitive prices
 
...and the "No Quibble" Money Back Guarantee is your guarantee that you are buying a quality product!
 

Which would be best for you or your loved one...

a Car Safe, Home Safe, an Executive Security Briefcase for your Laptop?

With over 2 million thefts from vehicles in the UK every year (according to AA statistics), every time you leave your vehicle, your valuables such as your Satnav, Mobile phone, PDA, digital camera, etc., are at risk.

Even if you’re fully insured, the Excess on your policy, combined with likely premium increases on renewal, would probably make claiming on your insurance a bad idea! - so like thousands of fellow victims you'd probably end up digging into your own pocket to purchase replacement items.

There is however a simple solution; …the new range of rugged, compact Car Safes from Insight Security, offer practical protection ...and with a choice of units, including a Thatcham approved car safe there’s bound to be something to suit your needs.

With special offer prices as low as £17.99 up until Christmas 2009, it’s really a no brainer and one of these units would make an ideal gift for him or for her!

…don’t just take our word for it however, check out the Insight Car Safe range for yourself, but hurry and remember the special offer prices are offered for orders placed up until Christmas …and of course Vat will also rise again by at least 2.5% in January 2010

the amazing Mini DV Camcorder

Measuring just 55 x 28 x 20mm and weighing in at just 50g, its hardly surprising that the fabulous VCC-003 Mini DVR camera has already established itself as a "must have" accessory for mountain bikers, skiers and a wide range of other sports participants ...and it's also great for capturing some of those fun moments from your stag or hen night!

Don't be fooled by the low price or miniscule dimensions of this the unit however, as this versatile camera produces amazingly high quality video recordings (with audio), which is also why it has already become a favourite with anyone needing a camera for covert surveillance use.

Build quality is excellent and the metal housing is tough enough to take the knocks it will get even when used in some of the more extreme sports. The unit will operate at temperatures down to -10 degrees or as high as +60 degrees C and will record in light conditions right down to 1 LUX.

The technical bit:   2,000,000 pixels, CMOS colour camera, motion JPEG for AVI recording, VGA (640 x 48 pixels)

What does that mean? - well in practice (and in simple terms) it means it will good quality images with sound in a format that is easy to watch on your PC (or TV) and which can easily be uploaded to "YouTube" for sharing with your friends!

Using the camera couldn't be easier, there's a "power on/off" button, a "start/stop button" and a "Voice activated recording button". In normal use, you will only need to use the Power on/off and Start/Stop buttons, but the Voice Activation Button allows you to set the unit up for covert recording.

In covert "voice activated" recording mode, the camera will happily remain in standby mode for up to 10 days and only start recording when it detects sound over 65 db (i.e. voices, doors opening, etc). In voice activation mode the unit automatically stops recording when it has not detected sound for 2 minutes, and drops back into standby mode until it detects sound again.

The rechargeable internal Lithium battery means that you won't be spending a fortune on disposable alkaline batteries when you use this camera. A fully charged battery provide enough power to allow up to 2 hours of continuous recording or around 260 hours in standby mode. The battery is recharged by use of the supplied mains adaptor, or by connecting the camera to your PC or MAC via the USB connection.

Images are recorded onto a Micro SD card on which around 40minutes of video can be recorded per 1gb of storage capacity. The camera is supplied with a 2gb card (max card size supported is 8gb). Images can be transferred to your computer either by directly connecting the camera using the USB cable supplied, or by removing the SD card and inserting it into your computer using a suitable SD card reader.

This versatile little unit comes with everything in the box that you will need to start filming, but for the sportier among you, you may want to consider the optional "extreme sports pack" which includes a silicon weather sleeve for the camera, as well as several brackets, clips, straps, etc, which allow the camera to be securely fixed to helmets, clothing or items such as skis, etc.

A great Christmas gift for him or her, this super unit will provide year round fun!

Anti Climb Paint (also known as Anti Intruder Paint, Anti Burglar Paint and Security Paint) is a low cost way to deter unwelcome intruders from your property and from just £1.95 per square metre coverage, is easily affordable.
 
Typically applied to walls, fences, roof edges and ridge tiles, drainpipes, etc. anti climb paint is a non setting petroleum gel based paint which remains greasy and therefore prevents anyone from gaining a grip on the areas covered by it.

Traditionally, anti climb security paint is only available in “Black”, but at Insight Security, it is also available in “Grey” from stock and can also be supplied in a range of alternative colours to special order (minimum order volume applies for special colours)

Available in 1.0, 2.5 and 5 litre cans, Insight have recently launched a money saver special 20 litre anti climb paint pack (4 x 5.0 litre cans) … for just £97.50 ex vat!

  …with a typical coverage of 2.0-2.5 square metres per litre, the paint costs from around £1.95 per square metre coverage!
 
    for more details about anti climb intruder paints, visit the Insight Security - Anti Climb Paint webpage

or buy Anti Climb Intruder Paint on Line at the Insight-Direct security web shop 

Where you can use it:

It is recommended that Anti climb security paint is not used at any height less than head height …and display of appropriate warning signs may also be a requirement (display of warning signs is always recommended where security paint is used in a non domestic environment and may be a legal requirement).

With Royal Mail deliveries already seriously delayed in some parts of the country resulting from localised industrial action and massive disruption to delivery services likely to result from the looming Royal Mail strikes, Insight Security have taken immediate action to ensure an ongoing high quality order fulfillment service to their customers.

With immediate effect therefore, all products ordered from Insight will be delivered via "APC Couriers" an independent and reliable national courier company. Although this will result in increased delivery costs to Insight, the company has opted to absorb the additional costs and there will therefore be no change to the standard delivery costs to their customers.

To buy your security products at existing competitive prices and be sure of a fast, low cost delivery delivery service, buy now from the on-line webshop; www.insight-direct.co.uk ...or call insight security on 01273 475500 to place your order by phone.

The Ultra-Lok high security ground anchor was initially developed to meet the demanding requirements of a UK city council where it was destined for installation on public roads at kerbside to be used by the general pulic to secure their motorcycles to.
 

The design team at Insight Security worked hard to produce a maximum security product with affordable production costs - the result speaks for itself, and the  "Ultra-Lok" telescopic, concrete in ground anchor  was born.

Manufactured from heavy duty box section steel with 5mm wall thickness, these rugged units incorporate a welded in section of steel tube which acts as a chain channel.

It's designed to be self draining and features a robust base bar to anchor the unit securely into its concrete bedding. The gravity operated self closing mechanism ensures that when not in use, the unit collapses conveniently into the ground, so there's nothing above left sticking up above ground to trip over.

The self closing debris flap keeps leaves and other unwelcome materials out of the mechanism, while the "T" bar style lift handle makes it easy to raise the internal chain guide without getting your hands dirty when you need to secure your motorcycle to it.

With low on-line offer prices on current stock, the Ultra-Lok represents amazing value for money, but hurry as prices are sure to rise with the next manufacturing run.

Not looking for quite such a high level of security? - here are some great alternatives;  

 Concrete-in security ground anchors / Bolt Down Ground Anchors / Wall Mount & Shed Anchors / Spirolock Ground Anchors

Whatever level of security you're looking for, you'll find it among the options listed above and with offer prices starting from around £12.95 you can't go wrong.

Want a quick overview of all products? click; ground anchors and chain locking points

Delivering high performance, best value security ground anchors is something that Insight Security have been renowned for for many years, but their new look and feel webpage makes it easier for those looking for a reliable and sensibly priced ground anchor to see instantly the range of options and products available.

Whether you're looking for a secure anchor point for your new Harley, or you just want a reliable anchor point to chain your garden mower to, with a choice of concrete-in (embedded) and surface mount (bolt down) security ground anchors to choose from, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Some of the ground anchors on offer have been designed and are manufactured exclusively for Insight Security, others have been carefully selected from other manufacturers. Some of the products on offer may look similar to others you may have seen, but heavy duty construction, use of hardened steel plate, etc. guarantees that when you buy from Insight, satisfaction is guaranteed, and many of the ground anchors are individually Sold Secure tested.

Click here to visit the new Insight Security Ground Anchors web page

...or check out their main website to see their comprehensive range of affordable, high quality security products for home or business use

... they've also got an on line webshop which normally has some special offers to take advantage of; www.insight-direct.co.uk

Need help regarding your security problems? - call the Insight helpline; 01273 475500 (office hours) - their advice is free, but has saved their customers a fortune over the years

The EP SS4000 Random Search Selector although based on its predecessors reliable and proven technology, setup and operation is somewhat different.

- Download the SS4000 user guide here (43kb PDF file)

- click here to find out more about the SS4000 and its accessories

- click here for details of a reliable range of hand held and walkthrough metal detectors.

Buy Random Search Selectors & Accessories and Metal Detectors On-Line at; www.insight-direct.co.uk

Whatever search techniques or policies an organisation has in place, the Random Search Selector is a boon when there is a need to search selected people, or apply some form of special attention to selected products, processes, etc

What is a Random Search Selector?

Basically it's an electronic device with a built in randomiser algorithm that responds by displaying a "Search" or "Pass" indicator each time the operating button is depressed.

When used in conjunction with a people scanning process, such as using metal detectors to scan pupils entering a school to ensure that they are not carrying knives to class, it can turn a logistical nightmare into a simple and easily manageable process.

Why not scan every pupil as they enter? - well lets assume that there are 1,200 pupils to scan. Even with airport style walkthrough metal detector arches (knife arch), which is the quickest way to scan a person for metal objects, at a conservative 5 seconds per pupil (assuming they all cooperate fully!) it would take between one and a half and two hours to complete the scan! ...the school day would be almost over before lessons could start.

Using a random search selector(s) to select pupils to be scanned, the process could be sped up significantly by selecting (in an unbiased way) just a percentage of pupils to be scanned.

As each pupil passes the random search selector they press the operate button which gives an instant "Search" or "Pass" indicator, and because the school can set the percentage search parameter at anything between 1 and 100 percent it could significantly reduce the numbers needing to go through the lengthier scanning process.

Even if the search percentage was set to be very low (i.e. just 5-10%), because the pupils could not be sure whether they would be selected for search, the overall search process still has a very strong deterrent factor, and because the random search selector unit provides a totally random result every time, there can be no accusation of bias against any pupil selected for searching, whatever their race, ethnic background, past behaviour, etc.

Although retooled as a new product, the EP SS4000 is actually an updated and more stylish looking version of its predecessor, so reliability and proven performance are not in question. It is also fully compatible with existing accessories such as the Remote Button and Remote Indicator units,

...and manufacture of the popular battery operated version is unaffected by the launch of the new mains unit, so there's no need to panic.

Random Search Selectors are ideal for a wide range of applications. They are used extensively in the retail sector as part of corporate theft deterrent measures to guard against staff pilfering, they are also frequently used in conjunction with metal detectors as indicated above, as well as with other people scanning type operations.

In manufacturing they can be used to select individual items or batches for quality testing, etc. whilst the battery powered units are often used to select delivery vehicles entering site for specific road-worthiness inspection, load checking, etc.

Simple in concept and easily affordable, the Random Search Selectors and accessories have a role to play in almost any organisations security armoury.

...but don't just take our word for it find out more about Random Search Selectors.

There's also an opportunity to buy Random Search Selectors and walkthrough & hand held security metal detectors at On-line prices at www.insight-direct.co.uk 

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!

The Maxibox Leave a Key Safe on special offer at £25.85 from Insight Security provides an easily affordable way to leave a key safely on the outside of your property to allow authorised people to enter them when you are not around or can't get to the door.

Already used extensively by local authorities, etc. for Home Helps and Health Workers regularly visiting the sick or elderly in their homes, this simple key-safe also provides a practical solution for children returning from school to an empty house, removing the need for them to carry keys to school, youngsters returning home after a night out clubbing,

...and of course it can also be a life-saver for when you go out and forget to take your keys!!!

How does it work?

Simply bolt the box in its weatherproof sleeve securely to a wall or suitable area on the outside of your house, pop the keys into the generous storage compartment and lock on the removable faceplate. The faceplate features a 10 button digital keypad so when you need to retrieve your keys from the keysafe, simply use the keypad to key in the security code that you have set, depresss the faceplate release button and remove the security faceplate.

To allow others (i.e. health visitors, trusted cleaners, workpersons, etc.) to access your keys when you are not there, or may be unable to get to the door, simply tell them the access code you have set.

...and to maintain your security, you can change the code quickly and easily (and as often as you like) by simply unlocking and removing the security faceplate from the key safe, flipping it over and changing the security code by resetting the code control knobs on the back of the plate.

click this link;  to buy a "Maxibox" Leave-a-Key Key Safe at special on-line offer price

or click this link; for more details of the Leave-a-Key Maxibox Keysafe

...another great tried and tested value for money security product from Insight Security 

Anti climb intruder paint provides a low cost deterrent measure which can be applied to your walls, fences, roof edges, drainpipes, etc.

Traditionally this security paint is only available in "Black", but Insight Security also stock it in "Grey" and subject to order volume can supply it in a range of alternative colours to special order.

Available in 1.0 litre, 2.5 litre and 5 litre cans, Insight have just launched a special money saver 20 litre anti climb paint pack (4 x 5.0 litre cans) ... for just £97.50 ex vat!

  ...which with a coverage of 2-2.5 square metres per litre, means a paint cost from around £1.95 per square metre of coverage!!!

    visit the Insight Security - Anti Climb Paint webpage for full details of the product

or you can buy Anti Climb Intruder Paint on Line at the Insight-Direct security web shop 

note: Anti climb security paint is recommended for use at a minimum height of; above head height ...and with appropriate warninng signs where applicable.

In response to industry demand, Insight Security have added a new small High Viz sign to their Anti Climb Paint Warning Sign range.

The signs are manufactured from robust, semi rigid plastic and feature the same high visability black and yellow print on a white background as the existing range of larger warning signs.

The new warning signs are priced individually at just £2.95 each (but can cost as little as £2.10 each if purchased in a multisaver 10 pack),

Another great deal from Insight Security;

...buy Anti Climb Paint Warning Signs on line now at;  http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listgroup.aspx?Group=30

...or for details of all Insight Security products and special offers visit the main Insight Security website

It's easy to understand why the impressive new Wymondham library building in Norfolk won a prestigious design award. What no one anticipated however, was the ingenuity of youths who managed to find a way to climb onto the flat roof areas to use them as a skateboard park!

An anti climb solution was needed and quickly, but obviously choosing one which would not impact on the aesthetic appeal of the new building was a key consideration.

The non aggressive Roller Barrier anti climb system from Insight Security was therefore the natural choice and it was ordered and installed during August 2009. Installed along the eaves of the flat roofed wings of the library, the unobtrusive black roller cups blend well with the natural wood cladding of the building.

The proven effectiveness of the Roller Barrier system, combined with its Non Aggressive format which eliminates the possibility of anyone impaling themselves on it, has made it the system of choice for use in and around schools or other areas where children congregate.

Roller Barrier is in fact rapidly becomming the anti climb system of choice for use in school environments, in care homes for the mentally handicapped, in and around public parks and buildings, and so on, and it is now being specified by local authorities across the UK.

Another feature of the system which has great appeal in our ecologically challenged times, is that the special Roller Cups are manufactured from recycled polycarbonate ...helping to meet recycling targets!

...and here are a few links you may like to check out;

  ...Roller Barrier - click here for project pages for several typical Roller Barrier installations

  ...check out the full range of security products available from Insight Security

  ...click here to see what you can buy on-line at the Insight security webshop

...and remember, whatever you need to buy, with a little bit of expert guidance you can usually achieve 'Best Value' by making the right choices. If you need help or advice on any security problem, call Insight Security on; 01273 475500, their experts are always ready to help and their advice is free!

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 seems that the thing that winds people up most when shopping on-line, is being asked to enter all sorts of personal contact and payment card details, etc. before they can find out the total amount they will have to pay for their goods!
 
Often companies resort to this sort of dubious tactic as a way of making their products look cheaper than their competitors, with some not showing the Vat for instance until you're at the checkout!, whilst with others, it's the delivery charge thats hidden until the very last minute, ...so its really great when you come across a company that's completely up front with their prices before you're asked to input your personal details!
 
Insight Security is a specialist security product supplier (over 2,000tried and tested safety and security product stock lines), with a great reputation for delivering security products that work, and at the right price. And because they recognise that your time is important, their on line shop; www.insight-direct.co.uk is designed to show you the total cost of your purchase, the instant you add an item to your shopping basket. ...product cost, the vat element and carriage charges are all clearly shown, so there are no nasty surprises when you get to the checkout.
 
Do you have a current security or safety issue to resolve? ...if you do it's definitely worth visiting their website right now, as, in addition to great prices, and products that you can rely on to do what they claim, there's also a wealth of free advice available on line and Insight also offer free expert advice over the phone if you're still not sure what you need;

   for instant help and advice, visit;   www.insight-security.com

   to zip straight to the on-line shop, go to; www.insight-direct.co.uk   

...and remember to add the website to your favourites list as it could save you a small fortune every time you have a problem to tackle.

Never ones to sit on their laurels, Insight Security have redesigned their website to make it even easier to use and to buy from.
 
With over 2,000 great value security products ready for next day delivery, they're sure to have an answer for your particular security problem, so log on and see what they've got to offer you!
 
There's a wide range of products displayed on the site from; anti climb products designed to stop intruders climbing your walls, fences or onto your flat roofs, to Window Security Bars, from; security screws and fastenings, to a wide range of safety and security mirrors (including under vehicle search and inspection mirrors), metal detectors, Key Cabinets and Keys Safes, etc. the list is endless.
 
There's also masses of helpful and practical security advice on the site, so even after you've made your purchase to solve your immediate security needs, it's a website you should bookmark, so that you'll be able to find it easily the next time you have a security problem to solve.
 
With a customer base which includes; High Street Banks and Blue Chip Corporates, small to medium size businesses, schools, local authorities, police and military as well as domestic home owners, Insight have amassed a wealth of security expertise over the 20 years they have been trading.
 
...and the good news for you is that they offer a Free Advice service, so if you need some practical guidance on how to tackle the particular security issue you're facing, just give their experts a call on; 01273 475500 - they'll be glad to help.
 

Visit their website now:   www.insight-security.com   ...and remember to Add it to your Favourite Websites List for future reference!

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

Insight Security stock a wide range of security and anti tamper screws and fastenings for next day delivery.

The range includes clutch head screws, one way security screws, Sentinel security screws, pin torx screws, pin star drive anti tamper screws, etc. all of which can be bought on line at www.insight-direct.co.uk,

...plus a wide range of other security screws and fastenings including shear nuts, scroll nuts, armour rings and nogo enclosures as well as pin hex and twin hole screws (also called pig nose screws or snake eye screws), which can be ordered by phone; 01273 475500

 
   For details of the full range of security fastenings visit;

     http://www.insight-security.com/fastenings.htm

   To buy security screws, shear nuts, etc. on-line visit;

     http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/Default.aspx

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"

Never ones to rest on their laurels, Insight Security have again come up trumps with their extended range of Traffic Management Products including their new range of Traffic Flow Plates.

The new range of embedded flow plates incorporate internal rubber noise supression bumpers to reduce the noise levels in general operation which would otherwise be amplified to unacceptable levels within the embedded box.

The new range also includes a choice of surface mount flow plates, with a "Standard" model for use in areas frequented by domestic traffic such as cars, small vans, etc. and a special HGV model for use on commercial sites.

The additional height of the restrictor flap on the HGV model makes its use suitable only for areas where no domestic type vehicles will pass over it, as their low ground clearance means that their undersides could be damaged.

Both surface mount and embedded type flow plates feature easy replacement of components which may eventually show signs of wear, so your investment is protected.

For full details of the range, visit:

 http://www.insight-security.com/tra-conflow.htm

To take advantage of some super on-line introductory prices, visit:

 http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=21&SubGroup=2

Launched just a few weeks ago, the new Mirror Warehouse website goes from strength to strength.
 
The product range continues to grow and until christmas there are some great discounts available ...with the unbreakable mirror range proving particularly popular.
 
If you're looking for a security mirror, there's a great range of convex mirrors available, as well as hand held and trolley type search mirrors, portable inspection mirrors, observation & surveillance mirrors, and lots more.
 
The safety mirror range includes road traffic safety mirrors, high visibility warehouse and industrial mirrors, driveway mirrors and a range of convex safety mirrors with a choice of red, white, or green frames and an option of round or rectangular formats.
 
With a great range of products and very competitive prices, it's hardly surprising that demand is high, but the company are confident that they will be able to continue to meet all orders from existing stock levels into the new year when delivery of new stocks are scheduled.
 
So, if you're looking for a safety or security mirror, grab a bargain now at:    www.mirrorwarehouse.co.uk

The "Mirror Warehouse" is a specialist UK supplier of all types of security and safety mirrors, including; driveway mirrors, high visibility traffic safety mirrors, industrial / warehouse mirrors, observation / retail security mirrors, ECO mirrors, search and portable inspection mirrors. and lots more.

Their wide range of flat shatterproof and unbreakable convex mirrors, means that whatever type of safety or security mirror you're looking for, they're sure to be able to deliver a suitable product and their committment to delivering 'Best Value' is your guarantee of sensible prices.

The majority of the mirrors they offer are manufactured from specialist unbreakable materials, so you can be sure that whatever you buy will last for years (most mirrors are offered with a 3 or 5 year guarantee!).

Inclement weather? - no problem.  The new 'ClearView' range of anti condensation / anti frost mirrors, utilise latent heat technology, so although they require no electrical installation (or battery power), they maintain frost and condensation free images in temperatures down to minus 20 degrees C!

Mirror fixings are often a problem, especially for external use mirrors, but again Mirror Warehouse have come up trumps. Most of their range of rectangular & round convex mirrors (including their specialist traffic mirrors and high visibility industrial mirrors), are supplied with a galvanised, heavy duty pan and tilt 'Universal Fxing Kit', which includes post and wall mounting brackets, all of which has been tested to withstand wind speeds of up to 183 kph.

So whether you need a driveway mirror for your home to help you exit onto a busy road with limited visibility, or you need a mirror for your shop, hospital, construction site, etc. don't delay, ...check out their new website now and take advantage of some of the great special offers currently available;

  To save money on your mirror purchases now! visit:   http://www.mirrorwarehouse.co.uk

Lowest price on the web - from just 63 pence per strip for genuine Prikka Strip - the clever hinged anti climb spike strip in a choice of 4 practical colours, designed to blend in to almost any environment;
 
  Brown;         the most popular choice, ...ideal for fixing to fences, brick walls, etc.
 
  Green:         a natural choice where you need to blend in with foliage, etc.
 
  Stone Grey:  ideal for use on natural stone, concrete castings, etc.
 
  Black:          the obvious choice where it fits in with the environment and is the right choice! 

Featured on 'Beat The Burglar' TV series, Prikka Strip is endorsed by security specialists and recommended by the Police
 
 
...for lowest prices, buy on-line at;
 
 http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=9&SubGroup=2

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

The Finger Protector finger guard is designed to fit over the hinge cavity side of the door to eliminate the risk of children, the elderly, or anyone else, trapping their fingers in the hinge cavity as the door closes. 
 
There are an estimated 40,000 such accidents recorded annually, with many incidents leading to finger amputation every year and many hundreds of others leading to months of painful reconstructive surgery for the victim.
 
These products fill a very real need and have become an essential safety aid for; schools, creches and nurseries, care homes, restaurants, public buildings, etc, among others.
 
Whether you refer to such products as a finger protector, finger guard, finger shield or any other generic description, there is only one genuine 'FingerPro Finger Protector', and with hundreds of thousands of units installed over the last 13 years, it has a proven track record for effectiveness, ease and speed of installation and long operational life. The clever design, also means that it is safe to use on any type of door; metal, wood, plastic, or glass, and because there is no drilling, screwing or nailing involved in fitting it, it can also safely be fitted to fire doors.
 
The special anti-implosion design, prevents the unit from being pushed into the hinge cavity when the door is open, so there is no possibility of a fire door being prevented from closing properly, etc.
 
Passionate about delivering 'best value' solutions to their customers, Insight Security only sell the genuine FingerPro Finger Protector, and are currently offering the product at specially reduced prices at their On-Line shop, so if you hurry, you will be able to make your budget go even further - and there's even a choice of colours! - visit;
 
 http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=24&SubGroup=2
 
 

Volume sales have allowed Insight Security to slash the price of many of its' static anti climb security spike products, so now you're guaranteed the best products at really great prices!
 
Prikla Strip has long been a favourite with domestic users and schools, being a low cost product which is dead easy to fit. A practical deterrent to the casual intruder, these inexpensive security spikes can be used safely in the knowledge that have been designed to cause maximum discomfort with minimum physical harm.
 
The exciting new Prikla SupaStrip (Brick Strip) anti climb spike product is also manufactured from recycled polypropylene but at 100mm wide (brick width) and 500mm long, is the perfect solution for protecting the tops of walls, and of course because it can be stuck in place with the special Pink Grip adhesive, is ideal for use around the top edges of flat roofs - hardly surprising then that this is rapidly becomming the new must have solution for schools, colleges, etc. 
 
for details of the full range of Insights Anti Climb products, visit;
 
http://www.insight-security.com/perimeter.htm
 
to take advantage of great On-Line prices, visit;

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

Buying a quality metal detector has never been easier or cheaper and Insight Security are now offering a special discounted price on the world leading; "Garrett Superscanner", hand held security metal detector.
 
Why Garrett? - when a user needs a security metal detector for use in harsh environments, or where the unit will be in operation continuously for extended periods of time, the rugged "Garrett Superscanner" metal detector is the obvious and natural choice, which is why it is used extensively by police, military and security professionals around the world.

...In fact the Garrett Superscanner is so well known and popular, that it is the target for more "Rip Off" copies than any other single metal detector, ...but beware, buying a cheap look alike copy of the real thing, can be an expensive mistake. 
 
There is currently a company who have purchased (possibly quite innocently) a large quantity of Garrett Superscanner look alikes of far east manufacture, which they have been offering to customers as the genuine article (the units are so alike in fact, that even the experts find it hard to tell them from the real thing on visual inspection alone). Inside however, the fakes feature cheap, outdated analogue technology, so although HMRC have seized the bulk of the consignment as illegal copies, anyone unfortunate enough to have bought one, will not only be at risk of having the illegal copy seized, but will also be disappointed with both the performance and reliability.


For details of Insights genuine Garrett Metal Detectors at great prices, visit:
 
    http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/ProductDetails.aspx?ProdID=363

 
for details of their stock range of hand held security metal detectors and walk through metal detectors / search arches / knife arches, visit:
 
    http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listgroup.aspx?Group=12