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Unpredictability leads to opportunities for perimeter security

02 Aug 10

According to the latest IMS Research missive, the world market for perimeter security sensors is projected to exceed $440 million by 2014. Brian Sims reports.

The Keyholding Company secures wine merchants

28 May 10

Keyholding and alarm response providers, The Keyholding Company, has been awarded a contract by Berry Bros & Rudd wine merchants to provide security services at its head offices in London.

Xtralis Adpro Presidium Mini perimeter detection system receives UK government classification

14 Jun 10

Xtralis’s Adpro Presidium Mini Intelligent Intrusion Detection System has been certified as a primary detection system by the UK Home Office Scientific Development Branch (HOSDB).

Ford's security direct thanks to Optex

26 Apr 10

The full range of Optex detectors has been installed at 70 Ford Direct forecourts across the country, resulting in a 60% reduction in false alarms. Brian Sims investigates.

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Bench Tests

Enter a new dimension: Honeywell's Galaxy Dimension security system

03 Aug 09

The Galaxy Dimension brings powerful level of control when harnessed with time scheduling...

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Opinion

Specifying alarm signalling by brand: it's about to disappear

26 Aug 10

Following last Friday’s SMT Online Web Exclusive on the downgrading of intruder alarms, WebWayOne’s response comes courtesy of Paul Carter and Chris Carter Brennan.

Small Screen, Big Opportunity

18 Aug 10

Honeywell Security Group’s Tony Makosinski analyses another consumer technology trend – the smartphone – that’s impacting heavily on the future of the security sector.

End users on red alert over intruder alarm downgrading

20 Aug 10

Intruder alarm end users are being urged to contact their insurers before making any changes to their systems in the wake of lesser grade replacement solutions being touted by some installers. Brian Sims reports.

The Alarms Doctor: Tamper tips

07 Dec 09

David Grant of ACT Meters Ltd looks at tamper false alarms and gives his top tips on false alarm prevention...

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Alarm systems

Intamac launches remote home monitoring system

26 Aug 10

Intamac Systems has launched a range of connected home products and services dubbed Halo.

Texecom launches new wireless system for commercial and residential security

18 Mar 10

Texecom has launched a professional-grade mesh network wireless platform called Ricochet, designed to overcome the limitations and address the concerns of existing wireless security systems.

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Control panels

New Euro panel for Castle Care-Tech

24 Mar 10

Castle Care-Tech has released the latest version of its Castle Euro range of control panels, the Euro 46.

Bosch enhances Easy Series panel

20 Oct 08

Bosch Security Systems has introduced a new version of its Easy Series intrusion alarm panel which its says “provides enhanced security against break-ins and unauthorised entry”.

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Detectors

Pyronix introduces new speech dialler

19 May 10

Pyronix has launched the latest version of its Vocaliser, the V2 GSM.

Senstar's UK operation takes on responsibility for sales in Middle East territory

27 Feb 10

Senstar Corporation has announced that its UK office (based in Evesham, Worcestershire) will take on responsibility for sales in the Middle East territory.

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Portable alarms

Intrepid's EntryGuard keeps alarms simple

01 Dec 09

Intrepid Security has introduced EntryGuard, a simple alarm notification system that emits an alert when an unauthorised person enters a restricted area.

Attack alarm helps rescue man in six minutes

09 Nov 07

A man beaten to the ground by a group of youths was rescued by police in just six minutes thanks to his personal attack alarm.

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Accessories

New 'unbreakable' surveillance mirrors

21 Oct 09

Securikey has introduced a new range of unbreakable stainless steel mirror domes, specifically designed for use in areas of high vandalism.

Chiron issues animated guides for IP alarm installers and end users

19 Apr 09

Encouraging security installers and systems designers to explore the advantages of IP alarms technology, Chiron Security Communications has launched a series of animated guides explaining some of the key technical considerations.

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