Blogs for Hints and Tips (to make you safer)

Thursday 19th November 2020

Essential Tools for Border Security and Customs

The European open border policy, introduced by the Schengen Agreement in 1985, has undeniably been a great benefit to both the movement of people and free trade. But Brexit means that everything is about to change. Regardless of whether or not a trade agreement is reached, the UK will leave the single market and the customs union on the 31st December. The British Border Force along with HM Customs and Excise face significant challenges to keep people and goods moving in and out of the UK while at the same time maintaining a high level of security. Additional visa requirements will mean more immigration checks at air and sea ports and it’s estimated that the number of customs declarations with increase enormously from 60 million to 300 million a year.

Thursday 12th November 2020

Easily Installed Anti Intruder Spikes from Stegastrip

We are experts in all forms of anti climb and perimeter security. Our knowledge, experience and expertise led to the design and development of our widely popular Roller Barrier, non-aggressive anti climb system which is now extensively used around the world. But we also recognise that there are situations in which more aggressive looking anti intruder systems are most suitable. Spiked barriers have an aggressive appearance that immediately presents a strong visual deterrent to any would-be intruder. And spiked barriers are very effective in keeping animals from climbing over them.

Thursday 5th November 2020

How to Choose a Padlock Infographic

It can be tricky to decide which padlock is right for your needs from the many types, styles and models available today. We`ve previously provided some useful guidance in these documents and pages:

• How to Choose the Right Padlock
• Padlock buying guide.

But we`ve boiled our padlock buying advice down to the key points in the following infographic which we hope will be useful.

Remember that we are always happy to answer any questions you might have regarding which padlock is right for your needs and what you can do to improve your security. So please don`t hesitate to give us a call on 01273 475500 and allow us to provide you with free, impartial advice and guidance.

Wednesday 28th October 2020

Global Demand for Anti Climb Roller Barrier

Here at Insight Security we have noted a growing worldwide demand for our totally non-aggressive anti climb Roller Barrier system, designed and manufactured by us, here in the UK. While aggressive, spiked anti climb barriers are widely known and recognised, our Roller Barrier system is becoming increasingly respected for being the best harmless, yet highly effective, anti climb solution available today.

Thursday 15th October 2020

Essential Metal Processing Terminology

If you take a look at the products available from our online store you’ll see many references to various types of steel, other metals such as zinc and nickel alongside metal processes such as hardening and tempering. This terminology can be bewildering so in this post we aim to provide clear and understandable descriptions and definitions that will help you understand the attributes of the high quality security products we provide to our clients.