Following
an independent external audit carried out by CSI, the Notified Certification
Body, Solaglas Sittingbourne is has announce its attainment of AoC1 certification,
in accordance with the requirements of EN14449:2005. AoC1 certification
is the highest level required by the European directive for production
sites of bullet-resistant glazing for the building sector.
This means that with immediate effect Solaglas Sittingbourne is certified
to produce bullet-resistant laminated glass, including glass/polycarbonate
options. These products will form part of the company’s high performance
security range, incorporating intruder resistant and blast resistant glass
products.
Solaglas Sittingbourne has over 40 years experience in the manufacture
and supply of high performance laminated security glass for the architectural,
construction, protection and security markets. The new range will offer
a unique extension to the Solaglas portfolio, whilst still maintaining
the high standards in quality and service, which has long been associated
with the company.
Brian Baker, General Manager of Solaglas Sittingbourne puts the achievement
down to the dedicated work of his team:
‘This is an achievement that the team at Solaglas Sittingbourne can
feel proud of - a lot of hard work and commitment has gone in to this
project, and I would like to thank everyone for their contribution in
making this possible. This is a strategically important move for us and
for the rest of the Solaglas network.’
As part of the national Solaglas Glass Processing and Distribution network
of businesses, Solaglas Sittingbourne offers UK-wide coverage, which is
currently lacking in the UK security glazing industry.
For customers this means a local point of contact with the possibility
of lead-times as little as two weeks from application. Furthermore, as
an integral part of the worldwide Saint-Gobain group of companies, an
unlimited supply of international resources and expertise are readily
available, to Sittingbourne and its customers, keeping them at the forefront
of innovation.
For further information and technical assistance, including advice on
specification, please contact Solaglas Sittingbourne on 01795 413826 or
alternatively you can e-mail specialprocessing.solaglas@saint-gobain.com.
Camlock Keep Recharging Secure
ChargeBox®
is a piece of equipment that enables users to recharge devices such as
mobile phones, portable media players (iPods), PDAs and handheld games
consoles while these are in a safe locker. When users are away from home,
they can leave their device charging in the knowledge it is secure and
then collect it at their convenience.
ChargeBoxes® can be found in locations such as hotels, gyms, train
stations, airports, hospitals, Internet cafes and on the high street.
The cost to use a ChargeBox® can be paid either with a £1 coin
or by a SMS text, which costs £1.50.
The design of ChargeBox® uses ‘Octagon’ high security locks
made by Camlock Systems Ltd. ‘Octagon’ products are constructed
for maximum reliability and durability and feature a unique, patented
design to enhance security. Only patented locks and keys can prevent unauthorised
duplicate keys being cut in high street key cutting outlets. Also, the
patents enable Camlock to restrict the issue of duplicate keys for the
Octagon locks fitted to ChargeBox® machines solely to the proprietors.
In addition, most ChargeBoxes® are watched over by staff at the location
and many are also monitored by CCTV cameras.
Commenting on the choice of Camlock’s Octagon locks, Managing Director
of ChargeBox® Ian Hobson said: 'Our research shows that people are
becoming more and more dependent on mobile devices and running out of
battery power when on the move is a major inconvenience. We place great
importance on keeping these devices secure while in the Chargebox®
so after trying other brands of locks, we now specify Camlock’s Octagon
to protect all our machines.'
Information about Camlock's Octagon locks is available by e-mail from
enquiries@camlock.com or by
telephoning +44 (0)1323 410 996.
Web: http://www.camlock.com
STENTOFON
Flush Mount Stations
Zenitel has announced a new look for three of its popular flush mount
master stations (7040, 7042, 7043) available from December. There is no
change in size or functionality; the stations are totally compatible with
the previous version.
Zenitel aims to give all its STENTOFON stations a design which is instantly
recognisable and consistent in the market. The first stations which were
designed according to the STENTOFON design guide were the IP Substations,
released earlier this year. Now it is the turn of the flush mount station
range.
The key change is in the pattern of the holes of the speaker grid and
the look of the keyboard; the keyboard is now made out of silicone, which
complements the rugged front plate in anodised brushed aluminium. Based
on the hardware of the original stations, these new models are fully compatible
with the AlphaCom and AlphaCom E.
All of the fully equipped master stations offer free access to all extensions
and features. The Wall Master Station with display comes equipped with
programmable single touch keys, a 2 x 16 character alphanumeric display
providing caller identification, on-line help and a directory service
amongst other features. Typical application areas are hospitals, airports,
stores and warehouses, factory shop floors and nurseries.
These three stations have been a mainstay of the STENTOFON range for over
fifteen years, and with the new design, look set to feature in the product
range for many years to come. Be on the lookout for more stations in the
future.
For more information on Zenitel and its products and solutions, please
visit http://www.zenitel.com.
GuardTrax
GPS Tracking System keeps Tabs on Security Operatives
The GuardTrax SFL™ (Security Force Locator) is a ‘real-time’
personal GPS tracking solution for field personnel. GuardTrax enables
security supervisors and managers to track, monitor and manage their field
security forces in ‘real-time’ at all times.
GuardTrax™, developed by NovaTracker, is a new suite of technologies
that gives security firms and corporate security managers the ability
to monitor, track, and manage field level security personnel in real-time
over the Internet.
The GuardTrax SFL™ utilises a highly sensitive GPS antenna combined
with GSM wireless communication to move critical location and activity
data to a server platform. This data is then integrated into web-interfaced
GIS mapping and satellite imagery software giving security supervisors
and managers a virtual window from which they can view the activities
of their security personnel in ‘real-time’ from anywhere in
the world.
The unit combines GPS (location and tracking) with GSM (phone and data
transmission), so security personnel don't need a mobile phone for emergencies,
supervisor assistance or calls to the office. The GuardTrax SFL™
will dial 4 pre-defined phone numbers as well as a one-touch panic button
for emergencies.
The GuardTrax SFL™ has an incident reporting system that utilises
a straightforward multi-function button coding system and enables security
personnel to ‘key-in’ as many as 23 specific event codes or
incident reports relating security duty performance. These coded incident
reports, together with the location, time, date, and other critical incident
location data are received by the GuardTrax server where they are immediately
relayed to supervisors and mangers via email or SMS.
In addition to the officer initiated or ‘keyed’ incident reporting,
the GuardTrax SFL™ is equipped with a motion sensor that will report
if the device has had no motion for a determined amount of time. Simply
stated, if the unit is not in motion, the supervisor will know about it.
The GuardTrax SFL™ also has a non-keyed incident called the ‘geo-fence
breach alert.’ If the device is taken in or out of a pre-defined
area, then it sends a message to the GuardTrax server reporting that the
device has entered or exited a defined area. All incidents and events
reported through the GuardTrax SFL, after reaching the GuardTrax server
are relayed through SMS or email to any number of desired recipients.
The GuardTrax SFL will deliver up-to-the-minute information to security
supervisors on every incident reported by their security personnel anywhere
in the world and will enable them to monitor the current, as well as the
historical location data of their security personnel in ‘real-time’.
Having this kind of timely information will permit supervisors to ‘coach’
their field security staff through virtual monitoring and supervision.
By using the GuardTrax SFL(tm) to supervise field security personnel,
post checks and officer performance inspections are accomplished in seconds
instead of hours.
GuardTrax can also alert supervisors if a guard travels into or beyond
specifically designed invisible geographic boundaries or ‘geo-fence’.
These geo-fence capabilities are created by GPS latitude, longitude, and
radius parameters which can be remotely set over the air (OTA). So if
a guard leaves his post, the supervisor will be notified immediately.
‘The security industry has been waiting for years for a system like
GuardTrax that enables management to monitor the exact location and movement
of each guard in real-time from any Internet enabled location to respond
quickly and appropriately,’ explains David Leis, Chief Marketing
Officer at NovaTracker.
‘Ensuring the personal safety and security of each guard, while monitoring
performance, is now as simple as using a web browser, clicking on a location
and watching the movement of each guard avatar. We believe it will help
firms scale back management supervision costs, mitigate theft liability,
and lower insurance costs.’
According to Brian Dooley, a well-known security consultant and guest
lecturer at John Jay College who has tested the GuardTrax system, ‘Accountability
has always been paramount and GuardTrax is taking it to the next level.
With the top-of-the-line technology NovaTracker is putting forth with
the GuardTrax system, you will know where security forces are at any given
time and you'll have peace of mind.’
Weighing only six ounces and measuring approximately 2’x 6’,
the GuardTrax unit is barely larger than the average cell phone and can
easily fit into a shirt or trouser pocket. Rugged design and a weather-resistant
case make for a highly-functional and durable device.
GuardTrax units will be leased on a monthly basis with prices based on
quantity deployed.
Web: http://www.guardtrax.com
Bomb
Threat Detection for Public Places
3DX-Ray
has produced a detailed technical brochure on its advanced portable x-ray
system, TPXi-675, for bomb and threat detection in suspect packages.
The TPXi-675 is a portable x-ray system designed specifically for bomb
and threat detection. It offers world-class image clarity, and can fit
into tight corners. Being highly portable and quick to deploy it can help
combat the terrorist’s increased reliance on ‘soft’ targets
and high-pedestrian-traffic areas.
Weighing just 6.5kg for the source and 8kg for the detector, it is easy
to transport and place, even when the user is wearing heavy protection.
It is already used by police authorities in London and provides the largest
detector area (around 53cm x 41cm) currently available.
The detector is just 5cm thick so it can slip into very narrow gaps behind
suspect packages, previously the simple trick of placing a package near
a wall would mean x-ray systems possibly could not be used.
The system uses secure WiFi communications so that the operator can retire
to a safe distance after just a few seconds, yet can still control the
system and view the resultant x-ray images.
Tel: +44(0) 1664 503 600
Email: info@3dx-ray.com
Web: http://www.3dx-ray.com
AUSA
Sees the Latest in Transparent Armour from GKN Aerospace
GKN
Aerospace exhibited at AUSA this week - displaying its transparent armuor
technologies, which provide high levels of ballistic and artillery fragment
protection.
GKN
Aerospace has been a key supplier on programmes such as the Up-Armoured
HMMWV and Armoured Security Vehicle for many years and continues to expand
its production capacity to support the growing demand for transparent
vehicle armour worldwide. The Company is currently pursuing new programme
opportunities such as MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected) and the JLTV
(Joint Light Tactical Vehicle), whilst R & D activities include meeting
the requirements of the U.S. Army's Long Term Armour Strategy (LTAS) and
Purchase Specification ATPD 2352.
The Company's product range meets the requirements of a wide range of
protection levels - from B2 to B7, and NATO standard STANAG 4569, levels
1, 2 and 3. Advanced laminate designs integrate special composition glass
with high visible light and infra-red light transmission properties for
night vision compatibility. The company can also incorporate anti scratch,
anti-reflection coatings and a de-icing heater system, all built into
windows that are as lightweight and as thin as possible to maximise the
vehicle's performance and endurance.
Frank Bamford, Senior Vice President, Business Development and Strategy,
comments: 'Our research and development is focused on enhancing current
glass laminate designs to meet two critical requirements for wheeled and
tracked vehicles - safeguarding troops from the ever increasing ballistic
threat, and providing protection from improvised 'real world' explosive
devices. We are drawing on all our expertise - across this market and
in fighter aircraft canopies - to ensure those needing protection whilst
travelling have the very best protection that technology and materials
have to offer.'
The considerable investment GKN Aerospace makes in R&D, supported
by in-house ballistics test ranges in the US and the UK, allow constant
and comprehensive evaluation of developments in glass, acrylic and polycarbonate
materials and technologies.
Web: http://www.aerospace.gknplc.com
New
CBRN Kit Combines Industry Leading Equipment with Training Programme
As
requirements in law enforcement, hazardous materials and CBRN detection
grow, many agencies are required to undertake additional responsibilities
in CBRN detection and threat deterrence. Princeton Gamma Tech Instruments
(Princeton, NJ) is providing a CBRN detection kit with the latest in Chemical,
Biological and Radiation Detection instruments. In addition to a suite
of products, the PGT CBRN Kit includes comprehensive training and field
exercises.
‘We are combining products and training synergistically, which fills
a need in the CBRN detection field,’ comments Company President Chris
Cox.
The primary radiation detection module is the SAM Defender (see http://www.berkeleynucleonics.com),
an Isotope Identifier using patented algorithms to quickly identify unknown
isotopes and provide reachback with analytical data. The primary chemical
detection module is the ChemIMS, an Open-Loop Ion Mobility system. Ion
Mobility Spectroscopy is an advanced technology used to detect and identify
potentially hazardous chemicals. Open-Loop IMS does not require desiccant
filters or molecular sieves, drastically reducing life-cycle costs, clear-down
times and increasing sensitivity.
More details on the PGT CBRN Kit can be found at http://www.pgt.com/101-kit/index.html
Specifications of individual product in the kit are available online at
http://www.pgt.com.
About the Company: ‘Princeton Gamma-Tech Instruments is a leading
supplier of X-ray and Gamma-ray Detectors and Spectroscopy systems, portable
Radioisotope Identifiers, and portable Chemical Analysers. We serve a
broad customer base in scientific research, industrial materials analysis,
and Home Land Security. PGT operates a full customer service and Reachback
programme, backed by a modern manufacturing and service facility.’
Hands-free
Headset with Microphone for Noisy Environments
Green
Leopard, a developer of hearing protection and communication solutions,
has introduced a new hands-free system for mobile radio applications.
The company says that the Green Leopard Voicebox system combines a state
of the art lightweight headset and new throat microphone design and offers
market leading levels of performance while costing up to 50% less than
traditional products.
The
Green Leopard Voicebox system features a new throat microphone that fits
comfortably around the neck without the straps and clips associated with
conventional systems. Waterproof, lightweight and easy to use, it uses
patented vibration technologies to enable users to use their normal speaking
voice and be clearly heard in even the noisiest environments by eliminating
90% of all background noise.
Available in mono or stereo versions, the Green Leopard Voicebox system’s
optional soft silicone ear hooks or silicone acoustic tubes are quick
and easy to fit as well as being extremely comfortable to use over extended
durations. Being unobtrusive, they can be used with any crash helmet or
head protection system in a wide range of applications.
The headset delivers the highest quality audio and has also been designed
for music playback with MP3 players. Alternatively, users can upgrade
to custom fitted ear moulds offering even higher levels of user comfort.
This option is more secure in the ear making it ideal for users participating
in action environments.
Green Leopard Voicebox is compatible with all leading brands of radio
communication systems including Kenwood, Motorola and Icom. It delivers
hands-free two way communications when used with any voice activated (VOX)
radio system. Alternatively, the system features a lightweight ‘push
to talk’ button that can be safely and easily secured to a convenient
position for easy operation.
Voicebox technology has already been proven in use with the Tour de France,
Mountain Air Sea Rescue and Brinks security staff.
Green Leopard Voicebox is available direct from Green Leopard or through
authorised resellers and distributors across the UK. The company is also
currently expanding its network of resellers across Europe.
Green Leopard is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of hearing protection
systems for use in a wide range of commercial, security, sporting and
leisure applications. The company has a focus on developing solutions
that reduce health risks and enable better communication in noisy environments.
Tel: +44 (0)845 330 4153
Email: info@greenleopard.co.uk
Web: http://www.greenleopard.co.uk
A
New Range of Portable Public Address Solutions for Emergency Applications
RW
Salt, the UK distributor of commercial, professional and secure audio
equipment, has announced the immediate availability of the Anchor range
of portable public address systems for emergency response applications.
Exclusive to RW Salt, they provide an effective solution to help calm
and control crowds both indoors and outdoors and will play an important
role in saving lives in the event of an emergency.
The
Anchor range of portable audio solutions comprises three models, MiniVox,
MegaVox and Beacon, which represent the latest generation of portable
public address systems and provide significant benefits over traditional
megaphones and loudhailers. They are easier to use for untrained personnel
and, with extended frequency ranges of up to 60 Hz - 15 kHz, deliver a
more human tone to the voice making announcements easier to understand
over a wider area. Rechargeable batteries can be used throughout the range
giving an operational life of up to 35 hours on a single charge ensuring
that they are always ready in the event of an emergency. In addition,
at up to 126 db, they are more than three times louder than traditional
megaphones.
The Anchor range will form an essential part of standard emergency response
kits and has been designed to meet specific requirements of current nationwide
disaster response campaigns. These include Project ARGUS, a National Counter
Terrorism Security Office initiative that is exploring ways to prevent,
handle and recover from a terrorist attack. Programmes such as this are
highlighting the importance of being prepared and having the necessary
plans in place to help safeguard staff, customers and company assets.
‘These initiatives have shown that there is a mission critical need
for effective communications during terrorist attacks or other emergencies
where traditional public address systems no longer work after an explosion,’
commented Craig Buckley, Managing Director of RW Salt. ‘Research
proves that the spoken word is the most effective way of evacuating people
from dangerous areas in a calm and orderly fashion. The Anchor range of
portable public address systems has the power and clarity to effectively
control crowds in the critical period between an incident occurring and
before the arrival of the emergency services.’
There are three models in the Anchor range:
MiniVox
This compact, handheld system is the smallest model and gives up to 35
hours operation on a single battery charge. It has a rated power output
of 15 watts to reach crowds of 150 or more with 108 db of sound. The wide
frequency response (100 Hz - 12 kHz) enables crowds to clearly hear important
instructions offered by emergency personnel and, at just 1.4 Kg, it is
designed for emergency situations where portability and manoeuvrability
are key requisites. MiniVox is just 20x17.5x24 cm and is supplied with
a handheld microphone. Many optional accessories are available including
a wireless microphone, headset microphone, rechargeable battery and charger,
carry bag and carry strap.
MegaVox
MegaVox provides up to 10 hours operation on a single battery charge and,
with a rated power output of 22 watt, can be clearly heard by more than
3000 people. At 126 db, it is up to three times louder than traditional
megaphones whilst the enhanced frequency range (400 Hz - 10 kHz) provides
a more natural and human sound. MegaVox is 33x23x36 cm and weighs 6.8
kg making it very easy to transport. It is supplied with wired microphone,
heavy duty speaker stand and carrying case. Optional accessories include
wireless microphone, headset microphone, add-on speakers and hard case.
Beacon
Beacon is a powerful stand-alone portable sound system. It uses a proprietary
Class D amplifier with a rated power output of 300 watts through three
8" woofers and an array of eight 4.5" mid-range speakers with
a frequency response of 60 Hz - 15 kHz at 110 db enabling crowds of up
to 5000 to be easily reached. The innovative line array deploys up to
a height of six feet and folds into the bass unit when not in use. Beacon
is 66.5x28x45.7 cm, weighs 9.9 kg and has a retractable handle and rolling
wheels for easy transport. It is supplied with a built-in receiver, choice
of wireless handheld microphone or headset microphone, battery and charger.
Optional accessories include an external CD player.
The Anchor range is available exclusively from RW Salt in the UK. It is
built using toughened ABS plastic to withstand use in the most demanding
environments and a 6-year warranty provides assurance that the self contained
portable public address systems will provide long term and reliable service.
Web: http://www.rwsalt.co.uk