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Automated gates help utility provides secure access to their premises

Automatic Electric Gates

Installing automated gates combined with other access control and perimeter security measures is vital for utility providers, who are likely to undergo massive investment programmes in the near future, security experts believe. Government reports point out that the UK’s ageing energy networks require an investment totalling £41.6 billion to meet current and future demands, while… Read more »


Car park barriers planned to stop abuse of hospital’s free car park

BARRIERS

Car park barriers could soon be deployed in Tewkesbury Community Hospital’s car park in order to prevent drivers from abusing the system, a recent news report in the local media has been able to suggest. Gloucestershire Care Services NHS Trust, which manages the Barton Road facility, has applied to the borough council for planning permission… Read more »


Full height turnstiles used for access control help prevent tailgating

In the access control segment of the security industry, tailgating is when an unauthorised person follows an authorised personnel through a controlled entrance. It is widely believed that tailgating can have highly adverse effects on site security, with most experts believing that the cost of a breach due to tailgating can be anywhere between $150,000… Read more »


Security bollards can help prevent vehicle terror attacks on campuses

Static Bollards at Car Park Barriers and Turnstiles

Security bollards are among the best solutions to help protect special events, building entrances and more from vehicle attacks and accidents, security experts agree. To stop such attacks, campus security professionals need to be cognizant of two different types of vehicle access points for these incidents to occur. The first location is primarily used by… Read more »