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The PSI Directory
Bristol University upgrades security with master key suites
As part of an ongoing complete security upgrade throughout the campus, Bristol University has utilised Mul-T-lock’s MTL600 master key suites, designed and installed by Guardian Security Systems in Bristol.
Mul-T-Lock worked with Guardian Security Systems in Bristol, supplying the MTL600 suites to over 20 buildings across campus, all operated on a master key suite basis.
Antony Blundal, Security Services Manager (Systems) at Bristol University said: “University premises present a number of security challenges due to the open nature of the campus sites. There are different access requirements across all the facilities to consider.
“Working with Guardian Security Systems and Mul-T-Lock we developed a specification using MTL600, which offers high security and is flexible to accommodate these issues and remain costeffective. The master key operation is invaluable to keep maintenance to a minimum and the patent protection allows us better control of how many key copies are in existence.”
The security solution is available in various formats to allow Guardian Security Systems to create master keying systems with different locking products across campus, including a range of cylinders, padlocks and locks, providing necessary protection and maximum convenience. Ian Thresher, Regional Sales Manager of Mul-TLock said: “The changing nature of the university ‘ecosystem’ in the UK, with significant developments such as rising tuition fees has many implications, including consequences for the safety and security of students, staff and the public. The legal and reputational issues arising from any failure to protect and secure people, physical assets and information data, are also increasingly severe. Hence, it is integral for suppliers like Mul-T-Lock and Guardian Security Systems to work closely with universities like Bristol, to understand the bespoke security requirements and install the best solution to protect all those who attend.”
Music store considers fire safety and security issues
Amthal Fire & Security has worked with Directors at Herts Music Centre from initial design to full maintenance services to ensure fire safety and security at its new music store.
The 2,500 square foot retail space, based in St Albans, stocks leading brands in music from orchestral to contemporary and also offers instrument repairs, rentals and music tuition.
Having recently revamped the business, new business owners established that the fire safety and security on site was all out of date, and concerned over its compliance and protection capability, contacted Amthal to complete a full assessment of the fire safety and security systems.
David Roberts, Herts Music Centre Executive Director said that thefive-year investment planfor the store put in place after purchase included a re-imagining of what music retail should be, and a refresh of the product and service range: “Just as important, was ensuring the site itself was secure and fire safe. Amthal assessed the systems on site at the early stages of our refurbishment process so that we could modify plans in line with their recommendations. They worked around our timescales for the install and trained us with the new systems, which are smart and can be controlled remotely. Their integration with our overall building management saves on resources and administration processes, which is always welcome!”
Amthal installed new fire extinguishers in compliance with fire safety legislation and also designed and installed a new cloud-based intruder alarm to accommodate the refurbished premises. Amthal now actively maintains the systems to ensure regular testing and servicing.
Paul Rosenthal, Sales Director at Amthal Fire & Security said: “What Herts Music Centre demonstrates is the benefits of considering fire safety and security at the initial design and specification stage of any refurbishment programme. This way systems and access points can be considered early and layouts modified to accommodate.”
APPLICATION
GSM technology solves entry challenge for residents
A residential complex in Docklands, East London has opted for GSM technology to help it overcome the entry management challenges residents were facing.
Cyclops Wharf is a riverside development that offers 180 apartments and 24 mews style houses. The existing telephone-based intercom system operated on obsolete technology which meant that the running and maintenance of the system, and any repairs or modifications required, were becoming too expensive to manage.
The complex has four external gates and seven blocks so it required a flexible and secure system that could be quickly adapted or modified if and when needed. As well as individual entry and access management for residents there needed to be entry management for delivery companies, couriers and visitor calls too.
Installer Nimata UK recommended that a new door entry system was installed. Based on the size of the development, the number of residents and the level of access control management required, 4G GSM technology was chosen with Nimata opting to install the Videx 4G GSM intercom system.
Steve Cheung, Director at Nimata UK, said: “By replacing the older intercom system with the Videx 4G GSM, tenant service charges have significantly decreased as it costs a lot less to run and maintain the GSM system. The previous system was telephone-based which resulted in increasingly higher telephone charges with multiple telephones lines using the system.”
Nimata UK explored other options including 3G technology but wanted a future-proof door entry management system for the complex. Mabs Alam, Videx’s Regional Sales Manager for the London and South East region, said: “The 4G GSM includes many features to make the process of calling an apartment as simple as possible. These include a graphical display with clear instructions through each step of the call and voice annunciation to clearly identify the calling process.”
The Videx 4G GSM provides temporary access codes and dial to open numbers that can be added at any time for visitors requiring access for only short periods of time. Up to ten free access periods can be setup if required allowing visitors free access during certain times.
Alarm bell helps protect remote modular data centres
Vimpex’s ClamBell fire alarm bell has been chosen by a supplier of modular and skid mounted solutions to be fitted to the outside of the company’s modules to sound a loud, audible warning in case of fire.
Central Engineering manufactures a range of electrical, mechanical, process and communications modules, each designed to securely house equipment and plant for the data centre, oil and gas, utility, mining and marine markets. Modules are installed indoors, outdoors, onshore or offshore often in remote locations, with deployments in Ireland, UK, Europe, Russia, Middle East, Africa and South America.
Jack MacNelis of local installers JMN Fire Alarms says: “As these modules are often sited in hostile, remote, mountainous areas, Central’s requirement was for a reliable and weatherproof external fire bell for its modulars that, in case of a fire, would be loud enough to warn anyone in the vicinity. ClamBell’s ‘two minutes to fit’ and rugged durability has proved to be the perfect solution.”
Vimpex’s ClamBell is a fire alarm bell with a hinged design that swings shut after installation, which means it’s quick to install. With no central bolt, the ClamBell can be fitted in minutes - all installers need to do is fit the unit to the wall, wire it to the circuit and then click it shut.
AWARD-WINNING, LEADING GLOBAL WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTOR OF SECURITY AND LOW VOLTAGE PRODUCTS
ADI GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION
Distributor of electronic security systems and solutions for over 250 leading manufacturers, the company also offers an internal technical support team, dedicated field support engineers along with a suite of training courses and services. ADI also offers a variety of fast, reliable delivery options, including specified time delivery, next day or collection from any one of 28 branches nationwide. Plus, with an ADI online account, installers can order up to 7pm for next day delivery.
Tel: 0161 767 2990 Fax: 0161 767 2999 sales.uk@adiglobal.com www.adiglobal.com/uk
DISTRIBUTOR OF SECURITY AND FIRE SOLUTIONS
FORTUS
Fortus is a distributor of security and fire solutions. We are the largest privately owned, B2B security distribution company trading across the UK & IRE within the key industry verticals of CCTV, Intruder, Access and Fire products. With more than 20 years’ experience in technology distribution with key brands, we can support you with any size project as well as offering next day delivery.
Tel: +44 (0)1462 708820 www.fortusuk.com STATE-OF-THE-ART WIRELESS SOLUTIONS
INTRATONE UK
114 Power Road Studios, Chiswick, London W4 5PY
INTEGRATED SECURITY SOLUTIONS
SECURITY PRODUCTS AND INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS
HONEYWELL COMMERCIAL SECURITY
INTRUDER
WHEN SECURITY IS ART
AJAX SYSTEMS
Unit No: OneJLT-06-23, OneJLT, Plot No. DMCC-EZI-1AB, Jumeriah Lakes Tower, Dubai
MANUFACTURER OF INTRUDER ALARM EQUIPMENT
HKC SECURITY LTD
James Hill Street, Littleborough OL15 8AE
PYRONIX LTD
Secure House, Braithwell Way, Hellaby, Rotherham, South Yorkshire S66 8QY
SECURITY YOU CAN TRUST
TEXECOM INTRUDER
Bradwood Court, St Crispin Way, Haslingden, Lancs BB4 4PW
RECRUITMENT
PLACING THE BEST CANDIDATES IN FIRE & SECURITY
TECHNICAL RESOURCES LTD
Rivermead House, Hamm Moor Lane, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2SF
SECURITY
SECURE CONNECTIVITY PROVIDERS
CSL GROUP
T: +44 (0)1895 474474 sales@csl-group.com @CSLGroupLtd www.csl-group.com
LIFE SAFETY EQUIPMENT
C-TEC
Challenge Way, Martland Park, Wigan WN5 OLD United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1942 322744 www.c-tec.com
BT REDCARE
We’ve over 35 years of experience in the fire and security industry. Prepare and protect homes and businesses with our alarm signalling systems. From fast and affordable to best in the business, you can get every customer future-ready for all-IP. Simple to install, with a choice of fixed IP and wi-fi connected options. Dual SIM and roaming 4G for resilient wireless signalling. Many of them also come with no upfront costs and all with a 10-year guarantee and 24/7 support.
Tel: 0800 800 628 Email address: redcare@bt.com Twitter: @BTRedcare Website: www.redcare.bt.com
SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS
FIRE & SECURITY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
INSTALLERPRO
PO Box 1288, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 9BQ
enquiries@installerpro.co.uk www.installerpro.co.uk
SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS
WEBEYE LTD
6a Hazel Court, Blidworth, Nottingham NG21 0RY
STORAGE
YOUR CLOUD. YOUR WAY
SEAGATE STORAGE
60 Norden Road, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 4AY
+440208 7127 4477 www.seagate.com
APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENTS
Simon Steer
Mayflex has appointed Simon Steer in the role of Director of Sales for Security.
Simon has extensive experience in the industry having previously worked for Indigo Vision for the last ten years, where his last position was Sales Director covering the UK and Ireland and prior to that he worked for an installer for eight years in the security industry.
Ross McLetchie, Sales Director at Mayflex commented, “We are delighted to welcome Simon to the team, he has good technical knowledge and commercial experience and great leadership qualities which will all be crucial for driving our continued growth of our security focused business.”
Don Joos
Acre has announced that Don Joos will join the executive team as the company's new CEO, following the retirement of Joe Grillo. Don is a proven and experienced technology leader who is well-positioned to lead Acre through its next phase of growth.
Tzachi Wiesenfeld, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Acre said "As a veteran leader with experience in the dynamics of the high-tech markets, Don will play an integral role in furthering our geographic and target market reach. I couldn't be happier to have him on board as we capture significant opportunities to help our customers secure their world. "I'd also like to thank Joe Grillo for his tremendous contribution to Acre, as the founder of the business back in 2012 and its CEO ever since. We wish him the best in his future endeavours."
Rod Boyland
Rod Boyland has been appointed as project manager for Monatrix's National Accounts division.
Rod joins the company with over twenty years of project management experience in the security industry. "We are thrilled to announce Rod's appointment," said Paul Gillings, CEO of Monatrix. “Rod brings a wealth of experience to the company and customers, which will be an integral part of the company's expansion.”
Kevin Moreland
Safer Security Group is further strengthening its business acquisition expertise with the appointment of an experienced marketing professional.
The company has acquired the services of Kevin Moreland as its new Head of Marketing as it pursues its strategy of building its Scottish business with a drive into the rest of the UK and Europe.
Kevin, who joins Safer Security Group from Stewart Milne Homes and has more than 20 years’ experience in national and international markets, will develop a focused strategy at Safer Security Group, which includes the Safer Scotland business. He will draw on his impressive track record in the full range of marketing, social media, advertising and branding skill sets to develop campaigns and create data-driven insights to crystallise core business objectives.
Peter Kernachan
Comelit-PAC has appointed Peter Kernachan to champion training in its new Manchester offices, facilitating new opportunities for customers to build on their knowledge of Comelit-PAC products and services.
Peter is evolving his role in the team having built up a significant product knowledge since joining the PAC company in 2013 after 29 years in the electronics servicing industry.
