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Mobotix CCTV solution protects Huntcliff School staff and pupils from vandalism
A Mobotix CCTV solution is helping to protect the safety of students, staff and property at Huntcliff School in North Lincolnshire. The installation of the exterior monitoring system has completely eliminated vandalism perpetrated by interlopers onto the 12 acre site following a number of instances last year which cost the school over £20,000 in damages and threatened to dramatically increase insurance premiums.
Huntcliff School is a community secondary co-educational comprehensive school for pupils aged 11-16, near the rural town of Kirton-in-Lindsey. In 2008, the school experienced an escalating spate of vandalism, which culminated in serious damage to a roof area and windows. The past year's troubles were likely to increase the schools monthly premiums, taking money from its educational budget.
As Ron Langdon, Facilities Manager and a former Deputy Headmaster explains, “Huntcliff is and always has been a popular and generally happy school and we never really considered the ne... [ more ]
TagDetector wireless intruder alarm system eliminates the need for costly wiring and installation work
Tag Guard have launched TagDetector, a fully monitored, portable, wireless intruder alarm system, as part of the TagAlarm range of advanced security products. TagDetector operates as a highly effective stand-alone unit covering a 180º area and up to 12 metres distance. Ideal for temporary or permanent applications, it completely eliminates the need for costly wiring and installation work.
Smaller businesses that have previously been deterred from installing prohibitively expensive intruder systems can now get the benefit of highly effective, fully monitored security for a low cost monthly fee – as little at £20 per week.
TagDetector features GPRS technology and SMS alarm messaging for multiple recipients. With multiple detection patterns unwanted alarms are said to be virtually eliminated. With the technology encased in a rugged housing designed to withstand exposed environments the unit can be used indoors or outdoors.
TagDetector can be set up and ready to operate in minutes... [ more ]
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