All Archive Titles articles – Page 336
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Archive TitlesFire practice
The new fire safety RRO adds to the responsibilities of building operators large and small, but the pressure is likely to be heaviest on those occupying the middle ground
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The Wider Security Family’s at play
Sir – with refference to John King's Letter To The Editor (‘Sledgehammer to crack a nut?’, SMT, April 2006, p21), I would suggest that the security industry has no higher incidence of criminality within it than the average community, business and – dare I say it – local constabulary.
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Archive TitlesNew facade from Technal
Architectural aluminium specialist, Technal, part of Hydro Building Systems, has launched a new structurally glazed façade system, MX SSG.
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PIUK launch event
PIUK (Professional Institutions UK) arranged a launch event on 13 September at the RIBA HQ in Portland place. The event involved 100 guests, including representatives from the professional bodies who are working with PIUK to develop links with China.
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Archive TitlesMaking a sound escape
Directional sounders, an emerging technology, could provide the way forward in the evacuation of buildings and public transport. Fathi Tarada investigates their potential role in fire exit strategies
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Self-regulation was not enough – or was it?
Following the introduction of the Private Security Industry Act 2001, the private security sector has witnessed a period of unprecedented change and challenge. One thing, though… Was the Act really necessary? Sebastian Morley revisits the days of self-regulation before suggesting that the SIA must plough more of its licence fee ...
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New energy institute planned
The DTI is planning to create an Energy Technologies Institute devoted to providing R&D into secure, reliable and affordable low carbon energy technologies.
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Archive TitlesSeaport embraces IP
The Port of Turku – Finland’s second largest seaport – has invested in IndigoVision’s complete end-to-end IP video security solution
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OBITUARY: Stewart Dutton
It is with regret that we announce that Stewart Dutton, one of Synseal’s original directors, lost his 12 month battle against illness on 21 August.
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Archive TitlesRatings impact on machinery: energy ratings drive latest investment at padiham glass
Padiham Glass has reported a significant upturn in demand for its insulating glass units, a development the firm believes could be linked to growing industry emphasis on energy efficiency.Within the past 18 months, Lancashire based Padiham has invested over £3million in new premises and equipment, a key component of which ...
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News from down under
I am continuing the role I started as vice president, taking an interest in our international membership and how our interests overseas may best be served. With over 20% of our membership based overseas, it is vital that CIBSE takes every opportunity to strengthen and develop our international ties.
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Archive TitlesSecurity for the void: don’t forget
A Worcestershire firm has launched what it claims to be the first alarm system designed specifically for void properties which could be left empty from one day up to several years, and where there is neither mains power nor local telecomms.
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Archive TitlesDonnachadh McCarthy
Donnachadh McCarthy isn’t your average environmentalist. Sure, he’s got good credentials, which include penning one of Amazon’s bestsellers: Saving the Planet Without Costing the Earth: 500 simple steps to a greener lifestyle – but he started out as a professional ballet dancer, working alongside the likes of Placido Domingo. And ...
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Archive TitlesFirst A rated product installed in a domestic property
Lister Trade Frames is staking its claim to be the first company to have an A rated installation
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Archive TitlesK-Lock distributed in UK
An italian designed, manufactured and patented modular pull handle and locking system called K-Lock will be distributed by Häfele in the UK.
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Archive TitlesKnowledge on display
The Certified Protection Professional (CPP) designation is the world’s pre-eminent (and most widely recognised) certification in security management. Since its inception in 1977, no less than 8,000 security professionals worldwide have earned this coveted designation. Holding the qualification not only demonstrates advanced knowledge in the discipline of security management, but ...
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Glasstec, the event that shows new developments first
The world's biggest glass show is nearly upon us. Warm up with our preview
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Archive TitlesDenis Lillie
Highlighted in Appointments last month, Lillie, the Western Cape’s new project director for South Africa’s World Cup in 2010, returns to face the spotlight.
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Archive TitlesTrivalent makes debut
Laird Security Hardware has launched the Saracen 6000 and Principal Multi-point Door Locks. The range has many improvements and boasts a host of new features.