Lockout Tagout from Securikey

New from Securikey and supplementing their existing range of Master Lock padlocks, are a series of Safety Lockout products guarding against injury caused by accidental machine start up by locking out control switches and Valves. 

* Lockout Hasps

* Safety Padlocks

* Safety Tags

* Electrical Lockouts

* Cable Lockouts

* Valve Lockouts

* Lockout Stations

While it's important to satisfy regulations, preventing accidents and protecting your employees is critical. You can rely on the Safety Series lockout and tagout products to perform to the high standards you expect from Master Lock.

For more information and details of local stockists please call 01252 311888 or visit www.securikey.co.uk

Amax Security safeguards V8 Gourmet restaurant group

Fast expanding national security and fire systems installer Amax Security has come to the aid of Europe's largest Indian restaurant group, providing a range of measures to protect the V8 Gourmet Group's sites against a variety of business related risks. Amax beat off strong competition to win the contract to install fire and security systems at all of the company's 22 UK locations.
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Security Reaches a New Level at Scott County Jail

Scott County Jail sought a real-time video analytics solution for the detection of unauthorized people in restricted zones. Automatic detections serve their security needs due to the substantial size of the site, which otherwise would demand a large number of staff physically patrolling the restricted zones, or a Corrections Officer keeping watch and picking up irregularities on nearly 100 screens.
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Master Lock lock lubricant with PTFE

Master Lock Lock Lubricant with PTFE formulation is said to be the perfect choice for padlocks, door locks, automotive, marine and multipurpose applications. It cleans the lock components but also lubricates and forms a protective shield against the elements such as dust, dirt, salt, moisture and other corrosive materials that can damage or impair the performance of a lock. Master Lock Lock Lubricant is available in 5.25 oz. and 11 oz aerosol cans, which are NSF registered for use in food processing areas. The 0.25 oiler comes in a pocket-sized pen for on-the-go use.
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Avocet's high security ABS cylinder achieves new Sold Secure Diamond standard

The ABS Snap Secure Cylinder from Avocet Hardware has become the first high security cylinder on the market to achieve the new Sold Secure Diamond standard. Sold Secure is dedicated to reducing the risk of crime by the assessment of security products.
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First High Security Sliding Gate to Match Materials of Perimeter Fence

Delta Scientific's new DSC288 High Security Sliding Gate is first to match materials of perimeter fence and stops 15,000 Pound (6.7 tonne) truck at 50 MPH (80 KPH).
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London Olympics security budget

Olympics organisers have been allocated £280m by the government to beef up security at venues being used in 2012, according to a report by the BBC

Distress Call function for new Panasonic cordless DECT home telephone

The Panasonic KX-TG6591 cordless DECT home telephone has arrived as the latest addition to the Panasonic DECT phone range. With a large display, large raised buttons, clear sound technology and distress call function, Panasonic's 'Big Button' DECT phone is designed for ease-of-use and peace of mind.
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Locksmiths see free police car door unlocking service as competition

Despite paying for local licences to operate their businesses some US locksmiths are increasingly unhappy that the police have started opening locked car doors for the public free of charge.

This has come about since the introduction of a device known as 'the Big Easy'. One locksmith claimed that not only does he pay $400 for his licence, but he is now losing out on charging up to 25 - 30 customers a week $40 or more for his services, now provided free by the police.

However Charleston Police Chief Jon Zumalt said that police across the nation have opened locked car doors for years, using the Slim Jim tool. "This is something we've always done", he said.

Sarkozy gives security a tall order

By virtue of the job, most security guards are big and burly. So when diminutive French President Sarkozy asked for short security guards for his India visit he was really giving his hosts a tall order...

Locksmiths Exhibition 2011 virtually sold out

With the Locksmiths' Exhibition now virtually sold out (get your skates on to reserve the last remaining stands) and promising to be the busiest and best locksmith dedicated two-day show ever in the UK, now's the time to think about where you are going to stay, and what to do on the Saturday night!

Some will want to go off quietly with colleagues to discuss the events of the day, others will doubtless 'go on the lash', but for most, a simple dinner after a long day on their feet and back to their rooms for a long soak in the bath will be called for.
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British Transport Police deny armed security reports

British Transport Police are denying reports that it has beefed up security presence at subway stations and airports after new information emerged about the possibility of an attack being planned in or near London.

"We don't have armed officers in our stations," an unnamed source at the agency said last week.

"We have been briefed about how to respond to a Mumbai-style gun over the last few months. We don't comment on deployment of officers but I can tell you that we haven't cancelled any leave."

Several media outlets in England, citing anonymous security officials, had reported a stepped-up police presence in response to the potential threat.
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Network Rail signs up with Smartwater

Crime prevention and risk management specialists, SmartWater Technology Ltd, have signed a lucrative, multi-million pound deal with Network Rail to protect the infrastructure of its London to North West (LNW) mainline.

Network Rail will deploy the full range of SmartWater's Royal-awarding winning risk and crime suppression strategy to protect trackside cable and other materials from theft and vandalism. The theft of metal has cost Network Rail over £35million in repair bills and fines since the 2006/07 financial year and has been responsible for 1,165,000 minutes of commuter delays.
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Keyways I-R PegaSys Approved Installer

Ingersoll Rand is delighted to announce that Keyways Ltd has been granted Approved Installer status for its PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System. The company, based in Manchester, will support the specification of the new PegaSys Intelligent Access Control System, create quotations, supply and install systems and provide after-sales service, support and maintenance for the North of England.

PegaSys, the latest in wireless intelligent access control from Ingersoll Rand, provides an instant and cost effective way to upgrade traditional mechanical doors into a fully electronically-controlled access system. This is designed to provide a simple solution to common access control and key management problems, such as replacing cylinders when keys are lost, unauthorised key duplication and the
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How to become a Certified Milestone Partner

A three-day course in Birmingham, UK, qualifies you to meet the most challenging end user requirements in high-end installations. The Milestone Advanced Certification is 60% Hands-On and covers XProtect Corporate, Enterprise and Video Analytics.

This Milestone Advanced Class runs February 1st - 3rd, 2011 and fulfills the certification requirements necessary to buy and resell the Milestone XProtect products. Class begins at 9:00 a.m. and runs until 5:00 p.m.

For registration information, please contact Ryan Slipka, Phone: 001-952-847-3468

School selects CCTV as part of duty of care

Ecl-ips helps Jervoise School in Birmingham implement Hi-res CCTV that offers remote viewing to allow the school to switch to an offsite caretaker.

Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems has released details of a project at Jervoise School which has improved the safety of pupils and staff through fully digital CCTV security. The system has also helped the school switch to an offsite caretaker who can now inspect the entire site remotely in the event of alarm activation.
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Security guard guilty of benefits fraud

A 42-year-old security worker falsely claimed more than £15,000 in benefit payments over seven years to care for his ill wife while working full-time.

Azad Metcalfe, of Dudley Street, Tyersal, Bradford, was ordered to do 150 hours of unpaid work after pleading guilty at Bradford Magistrates' Court to defrauding the Department for Work and Pensions.

US tries to convince EU to bolster cargo security

Europe, the United States and other governments should step up cooperation on cargo security to counter potential terrorist attacks that could disrupt global trade, US Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said recently after a round of talks with EU officials in Brussels.

Napolitano tried to convince EU policymakers that unsuccessful attempts by terrorists to place explosive devices onboard aircraft have highlighted the need to engage the international community in countering the movement and deployment of weapons of mass destruction.
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Soldering on to gain CPD points

Lock Decoders have been running a series of soldering classes for locksmiths wanting to learn this art and move to the next level. All MLA members who do the class get 3 CPD points. In addition to basic soldering skills Lock Decoders teach the students how to remove eeproms and micro processors.
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Key Contact

A new service now provided by Northamptonshire Police means that homeowners can now have peace of mind, knowing that the people they want will be contacted should something happen to their home.
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The price is right at ABUS

Despite vast commodity increases and global inflation, security supplier ABUS has worked hard to maintain its competitive prices with the release of its January 2011 price list.
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