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Thursday 5th January 2023

Introducing the New Search and Inspection Trolley Mirror

We are pleased to announce the availability of our exciting new Clearview Illuminated Under Vehicle Search and Inspection Trolley Mirror. Read on to learn more about this state-of-the-art inspection mirror design and how it is supporting the needs of those who have arduous search and inspection responsibilities.

Thursday 8th December 2022

What You Need to Know About Bolt and Screw Materials

Fasteners, such as screws and bolts, hold everything together. From our cars to kitchen units, if it wasn’t for reliable fasteners everything would fall apart. In this post we look at the materials used to manufacture screws and bolts and why this is important in their applications.

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 8th October 2020

Why You Need Weatherproof Padlocks

As the summer, if you can call it that, draws to a close the autumn weather reminds us of what’s to come. British winters are tough, especially up north. Temperatures plummet, winds achieve hurricane speeds and the rain becomes almost permanent. Everything that we leave outdoors must contend with these arduous weather conditions, including the padlocks we use to secure our outbuildings, sheds, gates and valuables.

Wednesday 29th July 2020

Improve Doorstep Security with Loxout

Everybody has the right to feel safe and secure in their homes but unfortunately many households are not adequately protected. People are unaware that most burglaries take place during the daytime and in 3 out of 10 cases someone is at home when the burglary is carried out. Experiencing a home invasion from intruders, determined to find something of value, is extremely traumatic.

Distraction burglary, sometimes called ‘artifice burglary’, is a commonly used technique. It usually involves trickery and deception wherein a caller adopts a guise, possibly as a utility company employee, care worker, council employee, door to door sales person or even as a police officer. Criminals will often work in pairs enabling one to gain entry and steal things while the homeowner is distracted by the fake caller at the main door. It’s only when they notice that valuables are missing that they realise they have been burgled.

The days when burglars were after television sets and entertainment systems are long gone as the value of these once expensive electronic items has become relatively low. Today’s opportunist house thieves are looking for car keys and personal data. They are far more likely to grab laptop computers, mobile phones, bank cards, passports and personal identity information than attempt to steal a cumbersome, low value flat screen TV.

Friday 3rd July 2020

Why We Love Atlas Bolts

There’s a huge and often bewildering variety of fixings, fastenings, bolts and screws available today. Unfortunately there are also an increasing number of poor quality, sub-standard products which should be avoided. Atlas bolts, produced by Atlas Building Products, based in Ohio, U.S.A., are our favourite, high quality self-tapping masonry fixings for the reasons described in this post.

Friday 1st May 2020

Insight Security Videos Not to Miss

Here at Insight Security we are entirely focused on customer satisfaction which we consistently achieve by carefully selecting and offering only the highest quality security products and solutions at affordable prices whilst providing our clients with free, expert advice. Our Youtube video channel offers practical guidance in non-technical, plain English that helps people determine whether various security products are right for their needs and avoid wasting money on sub-standard products which don’t perform as required.

Here are just a handful of our videos, some of which are presented by our expert managing director, Ivor Blatchford. Remember that if you have any questions regarding products or how to deal with your own, specific security challenges don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01273 475500 - we are always happy to help.

Monday 4th November 2019

What is the Difference Between Torx and Torx Plus

As previously noted - the original Torx drive system was developed by Camcar Textron in 1967. But this early specification has undergone some beneficial development and improvement highlighted in this post.

Tuesday 27th August 2019

Introducing the Big Boy Ultra-Tough Ground Anchor

The new BigBoy Heavy Duty Ground Anchor from Insight Security will accommodate security chains of all sizes up to and including our Sold Secure Motorcycle Gold 19mm Protector Security Chains, providing an ultra-tough lock point for Motorbikes, ATVs and other valuable equipment and making it every Bikers "Must Have" - the true Bikers Friend!