How Access Control Systems Prevent Shoplifting and Internal Theft There are a number of reasons that retail stores benefit from access control systems. Shoplifting and employee theft are crimes that cost businesses millions of dollars each year. Using an access control system can help ensure you’re not one of those businesses being victimized. One of…
The Differences between Mobile Security Gates & Fixed Security Gates One decision that many people have to make when it comes to security gates is the choice between mobile security gates and fixed security gates. Many businesses wonder about the differences between these two types of gates and aren’t quite sure which kinds of gates…
Security Gates and Warehouse Safety Many people think of security gates as protection from criminals. This is true, but they’re also a great way to keep employees, customers and visitors safe on your property. Security gates can be used as safety barriers. Warehouse safety is important. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the…
We call them opportunistic criminals because these types of criminals are not the ones that make hard thought out plans. These types of thieves act by impulse, they see something that they want, or think they can make some money from and make a sudden judgment call to get it. What may be surprising is…
Making sure your personal information is kept safe should be one of our greatest concerns. The damage that can be done is difficult and very time consuming to repair. Today more than ever are we hearing about hackers, and that files being breached. It may be very difficult to control where and how your information…
The primary function for these security products is to protect against unwanted intrusion. Loss prevention specialist working to protect their retail stores are familiar with “Smash and Grab” style break-ins, it is a never ending battle as opportunistic criminals look for that quick score. Highly targeted retailers such as Gun shops, Drug stores, Sporting Goods…
Tubular steel scissor style security gates are very popular in securing storefront windows and doors. These modern scissor style gates are designed for today’s retailers, unlike older more industrial designed product with loose pad locks these modern gates have smooth edges, and come with locks that are built in for convenience and strength. Why are…
Protecting warehousing and manufacturing facilities against unwanted intruders and break ins is an important consideration today. There is a need to layer the security using alarm systems and video surveillance system, to monitor activity and alert responders when business is closed. Access control and visual deterrents are equally important. Preventing access to restricted or sensitive…
To help secure retailers within a closed shopping mall it helps to limit access throughout the shopping center during off hours.Many shopping centers have movie theatres directly connected and may want to restrict those patrons access to the entire facility while the retailers are closed. Construction or maintenance may also require the need to further…
It is remarkable to see so many smash and grab break ins through doors. This leads me to believe that it’s the opportunistic criminal thinking it’s the way into a store? Besides, how many people would walk through a window? Doors pretty much the weakest point of any building, Retail stores most commonly have glass…