Wheelie bins are on the whole, a great invention, but their misuse is a growing problem across the UK. Examples of misuse range from use in arson attacks, to use by burglars as a getaway cart!

...but the Wheelie Bin Lock from Insight Security, offers a simple, practical and low cost solution for 'domestic' and 'commercial' users.

Wheelie Bins Used for Arson Attacks:

Whether first hand, or on the BBC TV News, we’ve all seen the consequences of wheelie bins that have been used in arson attacks on schools, homes or businesses.

When used for arson attacks, typically the wheelie bins are stuffed with combustible materials to form a fire bomb, then positioned against a doorway or other vulnerable point of the building and set alight! 

…the resulting damage can run into tens of thousands (or in extreme cases, hundreds of thousands) of pounds,  …but the Wheelie Bin Lock (also referred to as: Wheeley Bin Locks) will stop your wheelie bin being misused!

Wheelie Bins Used as a ‘Getaway’ cart:

BBC’s popular ‘Beat The Burglar’ TV series, offers practical advice on how to protect your home against burglars.

In a recent episode, the 'ex villain' presenter of the show, demonstrated how a wheelie bin makes an excellent vehicle for carrying away the items stolen from your property …having filled the bin with the items stolen from the house, he simply wheeled it away down the street in the owners wheelie bin!

Chaining up your wheelie bins with a Wheelie Bin Lock will ensure your bin won’t be used as a getaway cart for the burglar!

Wheelie Bins use as a climbing aid:

You may lock up your ladders, but what many people overlook is that the wheelie bin can be used by thieves or vandals, as a climbing frame to gain access to your flat roofs or other vulnerable areas!

Locking up your wheelie bin in a safe area will ensure that yours can’t be used in that way …once again, the Wheelie Bin Lock offers a practical low cost solution!

Wheelie Bins and the vandal:

We all know that kids have nothing to do these days! …so it’s hardly surprising that cases of mindless morons emptying the contents of wheelie bins onto the street or into gardens, etc. are not uncommon.

Not only is the result an unpleasant mess, but it could also pose a health risk, or encourage unwelcome animal attention from the likes of rats, foxes or seagulls.

The wheelie bin lock provides a simple solution!

Ideal for Commercial or Domestic use:

Available in a range of sizes, low cost Wheelie Bin Locks are suitable for domestic or commercial use and will help protect you against the above threats and lots more...

For more information or to buy on-line, visit the Insight Security ‘on-line security shop’

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.

Summer is here again, a time for relaxing on the beach, leisurely pub grub, a day exploring a country home or frightening yourself to death on the latest ride at one of the major theme parks!

Whatever you’re doing however, there’s always the problem of how to protect the valuables you leave in your car, which is where an in-vehicle car safe is a blessing.

Here are some tried and tested vehicle safes

Your Sat.Nav. may be magic at getting you to your destination, but who wants to cart it to the beach or around a theme park?

What do you do with your camera or your laptop computer while you enjoy that pub lunch?

Do you really want to take those valuable rings on to the beach?

Of course you could just take a chance and leave your valuables in the car, but that’s a risky strategy. While the theft of vehicles has dramatically reduced over recent years as manufacturers have added immobilisers and other protection to make driving a vehicle away much more difficult unless you have the key, the theft of items from vehicles has been on the increase right across the country (over 2,000,000 p.a. in the UK), so theft of items from our car is a serious risk to all of us!

Vehicle safes are designed to be attached to a suitable anchor point within cars, vans, truck cabs, or even boats and caravans. Available in a range of sizes and security levels, smaller units can easily be anchored under the front passenger seat of most cars, while others are intended to be secured in the boot.

Most car safes are anchored to the vehicle by means of a special security cable, which wraps around a suitable robust fixture such as a seat runner, or seat belt anchor point, with the leading end of the cable being locked into the safe. With this type of vehicle safe, not only are your valuables stored out of sight, but if thieves do break into your vehicle they’ll not be able to grab your safe and run.

With quality car safes available from under £30 (less than the cost of your pub lunch!), they’re easily affordable by everyone, so why take a chance with your valuables?

Use this link for more information about a great value range of tried and tested car safes.  

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  

There are many reasons why you may need to leave a key to your home for your children, trusted cleaner, careworker, etc. and a safe way to do it, is with a secure outdoor key box.

  Here's one example

These robust little key safes are available in a range of models, with a choice of a digital keypad (as shown above) or tumbler type dial to enter your secret code. Typing in your secret access code allows the key box to be opened and the stored key or other contents to be removed.

Some outdoor key safes are designed to store just one or two flat keys, whilst others are large enough to store several keys and / or credit card size access control cards, so there’s a model that’s just right for your needs.

Permanently fixed outdoor keysafes, are designed to bolt or screw to a wall or external bulkhead, while others have the general appearance of an oversize padlock, where the key is stored in the body section and the shackle is designed to attach the unit to a metal gate or other suitable anchor point.

In use, you simply set your secret access code, which you can then share with trusted persons who you want to have access to the stored key or other contents (you could even use it to leave payment for your window cleaner!).

Changing your access code is very quick and easy and you can change it as often as you like. So if you want stop an existing user from having further access to your key box, just change your code and don’t tell them the new one.

There are many different models to choose from. Prices range from modest to ridiculously high, manufacturing quality from questionable to excellent and ease of use from simple to “where’s the blasted user manual”!

You can check here for the latest prices on a selection of best value outdoor key safes and key boxes, or for more information on how they work and how they could help you, visit; the Insight Security website where you’ll find full details of the best of the leave-a-key bunch;

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

Perimeter security, as your first line of defence, is arguably the most important aspect of any security strategy .

A well thought out security plan involves many layers of security, however, the main thing to remember is this:  If your building or grounds look well protected, most burglars or intruders won’t even bother to take a closer look and instead move on to easier pickings.

So what type of perimeter security is best for you?

There are many products available ranging from anti climb paint, to wall spikes and rotating anti climb spinners. The first thing to bear in mind however, is that there are restrictions on what you can use for different height walls and fences. 

Here’s a quick guide to the best anti climb products around and where you can use them:

#1   For metal fences or walls at least 5’ 6” high

Your main limitation here is the height.  5’ 6” is too low to fit any of the more aggressive anti-climb systems.  This is because it may present an unnecessary risk to the public (or trespassers!).

Here’s a good solution:

Roller Barrier Non Aggressive Anti Climb Barrier

Roller Barrier would be a good option at this height because it’s virtually impossible to climb yet, with the absence of spikes, it won’t injure anyone.

Roller Barrier is a row of polycarbonate cylinders that independently rotate about a central spindle.  Essentially, each cylinder is just too large for an adult to gain a hand grip.  This makes it impossible for an intruder to get a grip and pull themselves up. 

Because of its non aggressive nature, Roller Barrier is rapidly becoming the anti climb product of choice for schools and public buildings and you'll also see it used trackside by the rail network. 

Another reason that it's popular with schools and local authorities is that the main component is manufactured from recycled polycarbonate, so it's environment friendly and helps with recycling targets. 

#2  For walls, metal fences and gates above 6’

You have a number of choices:

Razor Comb
It’s an oddly named product because it’s blunt and not at all ‘razor like’.  However, it looks menacing, which is what makes it effective. 

Razor Comb is fixed down by a row of screws or bolts, alternatively, it can be welded on to metal gates or fences. 
Security Grade: low

Razor Channel "U" Profile
This is a galvanised steel channel with 45 degree angle cut-outs on either side of the U forming a row of uneven spikes.

Razor Channel ‘U’ Profile is easy to fit by simply screwing, bolting or welding it on to the top of walls, fences or gates. 
Security Grade: medium

Razor Channel "W" Profile
Manufactured in the same way as the ‘U’ profile, Razor Channel ‘W’ Profile is a galvanised steel fabrication that looks a bit like a concertina or ‘W’ shape. 

It sits on the outside edge of a wall, fence or flat roof with one spiked edge pointing forward and the other spiked edge pointing upward.

It’s easy to fit by simply screwing or bolting it on to the top outer edge of walls, fences, gates or flat roofs. 
Security Grade: medium

Here are the main options:

Razor Spike 11
This is a highly aggressive fixed barrier originally developed in South Africa.  Manufactured from galvanised (weatherproof) mild steel, Razor Spike 11 is highly effective at keeping the more determined intruder out.

Rows of barbed spikes (like fish hooks) spring out in different directions sending out a clear message to any would be intruder.
It’s simple to fit with rows of pre-drilled fixing holes ready for screw or bolt fixing.

Because of its effectiveness and aggressive yet attractive appearance, this product is installed worldwide on properties ranging from the private homes of football stars, to many types of commercial property as well as on Government buildings such as Embassies.
Security Grade: high
 

Now we move up a gear to ‘rotating’ anti-climb barriers and spinners. Rotating barriers provide a more formidable obstacle for intruders, particularly when embellished with spikes!

RotaSpike
This aggressive looking anti climb system is designed to be mounted on wall or fence tops.  The system comprises a series of spiked collars (each featuring 3 protruding spikes welded to a central collar), which when fitted rotate freely around a central spindle.

RotaSpike is a steel fabrication that’s fully weatherproof thanks to its galvanised finish.  As an option, it can be also be supplied with a durable paint finish in a range of colours.
Security Grade: high
 
Vanguard
Vanguard is regarded as one of the most difficult anti-climb barriers to defeat.  In fact it was tested by the British Army who confirmed this. 
 
It’s manufactured from ripped aluminium tubing, formed into a peeled banana shape, the rotating vanes are mounted on a central spindle supported by fixing brackets at 2 metre intervals.

Vanguard is the number one choice for use around commercial depots, yards and vulnerable railway trackside areas. It’s also widely used by banks and hotels, around their delivery areas.
 
The standard finish is natural aluminium however it can also be supplied in a choice of durable paint finishes.
Security Grade: high

Note ; remember, where use of a spiked type rotating barrier is not an option, Roller Barrier could be the ideal solution.

1. The minimum safe height for installing hazardous anti-climb barriers is 2 meters above ground level (higher height restrictions may apply in some locations and for some products).
   
2. Where ever you install them, make sure there’s no possibility of anyone accidentally falling onto them.
   
3. Make sure warning signs are clearly displayed at all approaches to the barrier (at least one every 5 meters on straight runs).

And finally...

Check out these links for the best prices and more information:
      
Fixed barriers:  

Razor Spike 11
Razor Channel "U" Profile
Razor Channel "W" Profile
Razor Comb
Spiked Collars for Poles & Downpipes

Rotating Barriers:  

Roller Barrier
Vanguard
RotaSpike

Other Related Products:  

Warning Signs
Anti Climb Paint

 

Are you protecting your keys effectively?

When you need a place to store your keys safely ...and where everyone who will need access to them will know where to find them, a lockable key storage cabinet offers the safe solution.

Whatever you’re looking for;

· a high security key safe,
· a high capacity key store,
· a low cost lockable key organiser and storage cabinet,
· an emergency “break glass” type key box
· an outdoor key safe …to leave a key to your home safely for a care worker, health visitor or trusted tradesperson, or
· a mechanical or electronic key issue and control system,

you’ll find the right product at the right price at the Insight Security website

…but more importantly, you can be sure that each product offered represents the best value of it’s type.

For details of all key safes and key cabinets on offer, visit the Insight Security Website; www.insight-security.com

…or you can grab a bargain at the Insight On-line webshop, where everything comes with a full money back guarantee

...and in the unlikely event that you can't see what you're looking for on-line, you can always call the friendly team at Insight, they're always happy to help; tel: 01273 475500

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.
 

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!
 

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.
 

Smaller than a cigarette lighter      ...designed for the sports person
 
 
Quality engineering and amazingly low Pre Xmas Special Offer Price, this is the ideal gift for the man or woman in your life!

Anyone into sports will love this rugged little camcorder, which can be worn as a helmet camera, clipped to your clothing or attached to your skis, mountain bike, car dashboard, etc.
 
Measuring just 55 x 28 x 20mm and weighing in at just 50g, its hardly surprising that the fabulous SportsCam / Helmet Camera Mini DVR camcorder 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!

  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).

Insight have just introduced a special offer price of just £154.95 ex vat for their flat screen high quality colour vehicle reversing camera system.
 

High quality colour images are delivered onto the TFT colour monitor, courtesy of the fully weatherproof colour camera(s). The compact 5" screen delivers clear and sharp images even in bright sunny conditions, and its small enough to ensure that it won't clutter your dashboard or get in the way of control instruments, switches, etc.   
  
Features of these versatile vehicle reversing camera systems include; "Normal" or "Mirror Image" view, brightness and contrast controls as well as an option to add a second camera (ideal for monitoring animals in transit - i.e. for use with a horse box, etc.).
 
The system is supplied with a full fixing kit and the knurled screw retaining rings which supplement the connector plugs at each end of the "camera to monitor connecting cable", protect against the cable vibrating loose and unplugging itself during normal driving, as can easily happen with systems with just plug together connectors.

This could be the ideal christmas present for youir loved one! ...but the special offer price only applies to current stock, so hurry if you don't want to miss out on this great offer. 

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 smallest digital video camera in the world for just £48.95 from Insight Security.

Smaller than your thumb, the VCC-003 MD80 is a tiny camcorder with "large" performance.

The 2,000,000 pixel camera delivers stunning performance, whilst your video is stored on the Micro SD card (holds approx 40 minutes of quality video per 1 GB of card storage).

Already popular with mountain bikers, skiers, rally cross drivers, etc. and other sports participants, the camera records their activities as they see them when they do them, so now even your granny can see just what it's like to travel at speed down that mountain bike trail!

  ...and there's even an Extreme Sports Pack ( VCC-A001 ) available for use with your camera (which includes a weatherproof sleeve, various straps, brackets, clips, etc, to allow you to attach you camera to just about anything from your bike helmet to your dashboard or skateboard). 

The internal rechargeable lithium battery will power the camera for around 2 hours continuous recording, or about 10 days standby mode on a full charge.

With a choice of simple button controlled start / stop recording, or clever sound activated recording, the camera also offers a host of possibilities for covert surveillance activities such as monitoring what items are being removed from your stock room - and by whom!

The video recording is stored in AVI format (640 x 480 pixels), so playing back your recordings is a doddle - simply plug your camera into a free USB slot on your PC and use standard Windows Media Player or alternative to play your film back ...and of course you can get even more fun out of your camera by uploading your clips onto YouTube, etc.

buy your Mini DV Camera now on-line at www.insight-direct.co.uk for just £48.95 ex vat

or see how you could be using your VCC-003 MD80 for your extreme sports activities

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 / anti-intruder paint (also often called anti climbing paint, security paint or anti burglar paint), is a petroleum gel based paint that is applied thickly to surfaces to be protected and which never sets.

Although Anti-Climb Paint is "Non Toxic" and therefore safe to use (  Anti-Climb Paint COSHH Safety Data Sheet  ), because it never sets, it stays slippery and anyone putting their hands on it for instance, will find that some of it will stick to their hands making it impossible to subsequently grip anything...

 ...a simple yet effective way to stop unwelcome intruders from climbing over your walls, gates or fences, or onto your flat roofs, etc!

It's a popular Anti Climb Solution, because of its very low cost;

The paint is typically applied as a 2-3mm thick covering, which gives it optimum performance and means that 1 litre of paint will cover an area of 2.0-2.5 square metres (costing from around £1.95 per square metre!).

Note: if security paint is applied very thinly, although you will achieve greater coverage, it will dry out and quickly lose its effectiveness. On the other hand, it's not really possible (or necessary) to apply it more thickly than the suggested 2-3mm.

click on this link for; more information about Anti climb Intruder Paint 

or for security paint "Safety Information" click; Anti-Climb Paint COSHH Safety Data Sheet

or click to; take advantage of special low prices at the Insight-Direct On-Line Security Shop

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

Less than £50.00 and smaller than a thumb, the amazing VCC-003 MD80 mini DV Camcorder measures a tiny 55 x 28 x 20mm and weighs in at just 50g.

Don't be fooled by its tiny size, this camera is a full function digital video camera which records high quality images, with sound as well.

Already popular with mountain bikers, skiers, etc. this camera has already earned a reputation as the extreme sports camera of choice. There is also an optional extreme sports pack (VCC-A001) which includes a range of brackets, straps, etc. to securely attach the camera to your body or equipment.

Record your downhill skiing, mountain bike run, etc. as you see it when you do it! ...so you can share it with others later ...how else would your grandma be able to see what its like to ride a mountain bike down through that tricky forest trail!!!

Images are recorded onto a Micro SD card (approximately 40 minutes recording per 1gb of card capacity), whilst the rechargeable built in lithium battery provides around 10 days standby operation or 2 hours continuous filming between recharging. And the lithium battery also means that you won't be spending a fortune on disposable alkaline batteries every time you want to film.

The camera is supplied with a robust clip to allow it to be attached to a belt, clothing, etc, and a versatile mounting bracket with screw, velcro and magnetic fixing options.

Images are recorded in AVI format, so to play back your recordings, simply plug the camera into a USB connection on your PC or Laptop computer and watch your footage with the standard "Windows Media Player" (640 x 480 pixels) ...you'll be amazed at the image quality produced by this 2,000,000 pixel camera!

What could you be using your mini DV camera for?

In sports;

Well we've already mentioned it's a favourite with people actively involved in sports, from mountain biking, skiing and skateboarding, to motocross, hill climbs or paragliding and lots more!

For Model makers;

Its also a favourite with model boat and aeroplane clubs. It's great for on board mounting to record flights from the air or the trip around the boating lake.

For covert surveillance;

The camera is small enough to be easily concealed almost anywhere, making it ideal for covert applications.

Need to monitor whats happening in your stock room? - simple, just set the camera in an appropriate position and switch to sound activation recording. In sound activated mode, the camera automatically starts recording when it detects sound levels over 65db and switches off automatically 2 minutes after the sound stops. The unit will operate for up to 10 days in standby mode (or around 2 hours continuous recording) from a fully charged battery.

Just for fun!

For many owners its a great way to record those fun moments with friends or family, or that stag or hen night, etc. And remember, not only can you all have a laugh when you watch your film later, but you can even upload your clips to YouTube if you want to.

Wow!

Stunning performance and the amazing price offer from Insight Security, make this an absolute winner, so grab a bargain now and let the fun begin

More information;

For full specifications, pictures and more ideas to help you get the best from your mini DV camera visit the Insight Security VCC-003 webpage,

...alternatively if you can't wait to get your hands on one of your own, go to the Insight Direct "On-Line Shop" where the current special offer price is just £48.95.

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

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!

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  

Professional hand held security metal detectors are standard issue to the police and military and have recently become an essential security tool for schools and businesses throughout the UK as well as being used extensively by nightclubs, etc.
 
With a wide range of models to choose from, you may need help to choose the right model for your needs, especially as there are currently many far eastern inferior copies of professional units (such as those produced by quality manufacturers such as Garrett, etc) being sold in the UK.
 
Naturally some units perform much better than others and this is one area of security where an inferior unit that works some of the time is DEFINITELY NOT A GOOD INVESTMENT!
 
 
Lets address one of the obvious potential pitfalls first;
 
A quality unit from a respected manufacturer with a reputation to protect, will generally nowadays feature high performance digital technology rather than the old analogue type, incorporate high quality components and circuitry to ensure long operational life and low battery drain in use - in short you are guaranteed quality performance, long operational life (even in hostile environments) and low running costs. 
 
Rip off copies on the other hand, invariably utilise older analogue technology, inferior internal components and cheaper, less robust outer casings. Typically therefore, even though the initial purchase price may look attractive, ...poor performance, early component failure and high running costs (i.e. replacement batteries) frequently result in a higher long term cost of ownership than had you invested in a quality unit in the first place! - Be warned however, some of the rip-off copies are increasingly difficult to spot - even we were almost fooled by a clever copy of a Garret Superscanner hand held detector, which featured a valid Garrett serial number and even had the name spelled correctly!
 
So what type of metal detector would be best for you?
 
Well, to answer this we need to establish how and where you intend to use it;
 
...if you have lots of people to scan quickly for instance, you will probably need a walkthrough arch type metal detector (often referred to as a knife arch), similar to those commonly used at airports.
 
...if volume of persons to scan is not an issue, a hand held wand type metal detector will offer a cheaper alternative.

...a general purpose hand held metal detector unit should be more than capable of instantly detecting large metal masses such as knives or guns carried on a person, whilst a high performance detector will be required to detect small objects ingested within a body for instance.
 
 
Whatever your needs, we strongly recommend that you buy from a reliable suppler with a reputation to protect. They will be able to offer you practical advice and guide you to the best product for your needs. 

 
Need more help or advice?  - call Insight Security on tel: 01273 475500  or checkout;   Security Metal Detectors   

Want to grab a current special offer bargain?  checkout;   Hand Held Security Metal Detectors 

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

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

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

With the recent acknowledgement by the Home Office, that in many parts of the country, Knife Crime and crimes of Serious Violence have been misclassified for recording purposes for many years, the government has been forced to admit that the mis-recording has caused a significant distortion in the published crime statistics.

In fact whilst latest published figures indicated a drop in crimes of serious violence, they actually rose over the last 12 months by 22%. Similarly, the corrected figures for knife crime now show a 20% rise for the same period, rather than the previously claimed drop!

Whatever the figures however, over recent months, the use of security metal detectors has increased massively and they are now generally considered a 'Must Have' security and safety tool by a wide range of public and private sector organisations.

There are however serious concerns by professional security product suppliers, with the influx of cheap metal detectors into the UK market. There is a lot of truth in the old saying 'you get what you pay for' and it's certainly true in this case. The trouble is, while by buying a cheap detector, you may save a few pounds initially, the long term cost of ownership is likely to be much higher than that of a professional quality unit (thanks to high running costs and early component failure). More importantly however your cheap unit probably won't deliver reliable results - so your screening process will be suspect and you environment may not be as safe as you had thought.

Insight Security offer a range of reliable, professional security metal detectors (hand held and knife arch / search arch type) and for a limited time, they are offering their popular Garrett Super Scanner - hand held metal detector  for under £100.00!

To buy metal detectors now at amazingly low prices visit;

   http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=12&SubGroup=2

please note; these are guaranteed genuine Garrett metal detectors and not inferior rip off copies

Garrett - the professionals choice - as used by police, military and security professionals worldwide  

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

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

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.
 
To buy at great on line prices, visit;
  
     http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=17&SubGroup=3


for more information about the retail loop alarm and track alarm security systems available from Insight Security,
 
     call:  01273 475500,   ...or visit:
 
     http://www.insight-security.com/ala-loop.htm

High security key safes are not new, but to date, only a very limited range have been available off the shelf.
 
Insight Security now offer a standard range of wall mounted key safes to store up to 300 keys...
 
and a range of floor standing key safes to store up to 3,680 keys
 

for details, visit:
 
http://www.insight-direct.co.uk/DotNetShop/listsubgroup.aspx?Group=7&SubGroup=2