HKC SecureComm app: Switch off deadline is approaching
All those who have an HKC intruder alarm who use the system’s mobile app need to be aware of a deadline approaching. If you have not yet upgraded to the HKC SecureComm 2 app, which was…
No subscription required for high quality vape detector
One important feature of the HALO Smart Sensor, that makes it different from other high-quality health, safety and vape detectors, is that once you purchase it you do not have to sign up for a subscription to…
Access Control: The benefits of using the cloud
If you are struggling with managing access to your site or sites, perhaps because you have contractors or temporary staff or employees needing to enter at varying times, then taking advantage of the latest cloud technology…
Halo Smart Sensor enhanced with smoke detection
The HALO Smart Sensor has been enhanced recently with the addition of smoke detection. This recent firmware update means you could reduce the number of detectors you have within a building. Therefore schools that have installed…
Plans to tackle retail crime stalled by election call
Before the general election was announced the UK government bowed to pressure from the retail industry in April and said it would create a standalone criminal offence for assaulting retail workers. This followed a concerted campaign by trade…
New technologies: Be aware of data protection requirements
Advanced surveillance systems using new technologies have spread beyond simply cameras. This has implications for the data protection obligations of security system and CCTV operators. ICO identifies increased risk from the latest surveillance technologies The Information…
Leanne takes over role to support customers
Security Group customers may have heard a new voice at the end of the telephone recently arranging intruder alarm maintenance visits. This is because we have a new business administrator on the team, Leanne Gough. Leanne…
How can you detect vaping? Try the Halo Smart Sensor
With growing concern about the high numbers of young people vaping, and about illicit vapes, being able to detect vaping to protect air quality and the health of others within buildings is becoming more important. Importance…
Contaminated products heighten concerns about vapes
News reports and alerts have highlighted issues with contaminated vapes recently. These vapes are sold as THC (the chemical component of cannabis) vapes, which are illegal in the UK, but they actually contain strong synthetic cannabinoids…
Avigilon H5A IR PTZ camera: Expanding the range of sight
If you are based in south-west England and are looking for a surveillance camera which will give you the ability to see incidents even in the dark then we can offer you the Avigilon H5A IR…