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  1. Entry unit compares an individual’s security profile with that of the access point

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    gang robbery flower shop business Access Control UK door entry systems visitor monitoring technology multi-site network of control points access point security profile attempted accessA shop owner was confronted by a gang brandishing guns and a knife. The robbery took place at a north-western flower shop, where one of the men was killed by pensioner owner Cecil Coley. Thirty-year-old Gary Mullings was fatally stabbed in the incident in Old Trafford. Mr Coley was arrested on suspicion of his murder, but the Crown Prosecution Service ruled he acted in self-defence. The rest of the gang have been jailed.

    Security is a concern at all sizes of business, large or small. Access Control UK can supply door entry systems and visitor monitoring technology, from the control of a single internal door through to a fully computerised, multi-site network of control points. When a person attempts to pass through an access point, the T32xx access control unit compares the individual’s security profile with that of the access point. Security profiles are based upon the day, time of day, and the security threat level of the attempted access.

  2. Businesses quickly equipped with integrated effective secure car park barriers

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    Thieves attempting to rob a store Police raid Access Control UK equip businesses smart card door entry systems turnstile and barrier technology integrated effective security car park barriers deny access Thieves allegedly tried to use two diggers while attempting to rob a store. Police are investigating the matter that one JCB-style vehicle ran out of fuel, forcing the gang to steal another one. The machine used during the incident in Carmarthenshire, which smashed glass and damaged roofing, was taken from a nearby DIY merchant. The digger was pictured outside the supermarket in the aftermath of the raid.

    Access Control UK does not just equip businesses with smart card door entry systems – turnstile and barrier technology can be integrated to give total control over who is allowed access. As well as an effective method of security, our car park barriers double up as a way of monitoring the amount of vehicles travelling through any given access point. Immediately able to recognise and allow or deny access to personnel, the barriers cater for all sizes of premises and are highly adaptable. All automatic barriers are supplied complete and are ready to accept power and data connections.

  3. Fast exit via break glass unlocks doors in an emergency at a site

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    site too dangerous explosion fire Smart Card Scanning Systems from Access Control UK enable fast entry and exit evacuation procedures accurate Fire Roll Call register emergencyAn environmental site was considered too dangerous according to inspectors. Their verdict was the landfill facility run by Swansea council could have an explosion or fire. The report said waste had been spread over a gas collection main. It continued: “There is no conceivable reason or justification for this poor practice and measures to ensure no re-occurrence must be implemented with immediate effect.” The Environment Agency Report added: “This failure raises serious concerns over the general management of day-to-day activities.”

    Biometric and Smart Card Scanning Systems from Access Control UK enable fast entry and exit when evacuation procedures occur at a site. The picture shows how to use the T3511 scanner controller with two Smart Card readers to control entry and exit. The T3511 can differentiate which reader was used so you know who is left in the building. This is essential for producing an accurate Fire Roll Call register. A break glass unlocks the door, from the inside, in an emergency.

  4. Automatic bollards limit vehicle access to a specific outdoor location at a property

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    annual boat race Public Order Act protest civil disobedience Access Control UK outdoor access control products intrude property Automatic bollards limit vehicle access smart cardA man was released on bail after holding up the annual boat race. Trenton Oldfield (35) was charged under the Public Order Act following his bizarre act of “protest”. Ahead of the race, he wrote in a blog called “Elitism leads to tyranny” that he wanted to cause “embarrassment and confusion” in a “protest, an act of civil disobedience. I am swimming into the boats in the hope I can stop them from completing the race.”

    Access Control UK is a specialist in outdoor access control products that will make it extremely difficult for people to intrude into your property. Automatic bollards limit vehicle access to a specific location and can easily be lowered when passage is authorised, typically within 2-3 seconds. The automatic bollards are constructed out of concrete, stainless steel, aluminium or cast iron. An access control device, such as a smart card, can be combined with your automatic bollards, enabling quick and easy raising and lowering of the post.

  5. Company alarm system triggers fast automated fire evacuation list

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    configurable Fire Roll Call Access Control UK smart card operated door entry system Safety clocking stations linked into the fire alarm system company fast automated fire evacuation list Chapel fireThe ground floor of a Hampshire chapel has been heavily smoke-logged and confirmed to be gutted in the incident. Dorset Fire Service said police were investigating whether someone had deliberately set fire to the building which is in a 19th century cemetery in Weymouth. A Fire Service spokeswoman said the slate roof and the interior of the building were “gutted” in the blaze which took four hours to extinguish. Many World War II graves are situated at the site.

    Highly configurable Fire Roll Call is one of the functions of an Access Control UK smart card operated door entry system. Safety is ensured when clocking stations and Access Control units are linked into the fire alarm system at your company to trigger a fast, automated fire evacuation list. From the most basic ‘on site’ reporting, to the individual tracking of employees’ movement between fire zone or fire assembly points, our Fire Roll Call can be tailored to meet your safety requirements.

  6. Facial recognition system to shut out intruders needs no external computer to operate

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    Place Hackers intruders security Facial recognition Access Control UK attempting to break into business user authentication applications proven near-infrared technologies requires no external computer smart card building access systemA group that calls itself Place Hackers are the latest intruders to break into western Europe’s tallest building. The organisation allegedly did this in December, after the group evaded security guards to mount a crane perched on top of the Shard which is situated in the middle of London. Before that, in February 2011 a fox was discovered living on the 72nd storey, living on scraps of food left by builders. The animal was dubbed as a “resourceful little chap.”

    Facial recognition is the latest security feature from Access Control UK in defying intruders attempting to break into your business. The facial recognition system is the ultimate in user authentication applications. Powered by proprietary system design and proven near-infrared facial recognition technologies, it provides superior accuracy and reliability over other facial recognition systems. Equipped with the most advanced DSP technology, it requires no external computer to operate. The near-infrared-based facial recognition technology can be added to your smart card building access system.

  7. Control most standard internal and external door releases with secure scanner unit

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    attempted murder police taxi emergency services Access Lite Access Control UK reliable range of Windows™ based products for secure door control access point scanners fingerprint readersA 28 year-old man was arrested on Tuesday night (March 27) on suspicion of attempted murder, said police. The incident happened in a busy part of the city centre in Cardiff where there was a collision between a taxi and a group of men. One man was sent to hospital with severe burns afterwards. South Wales Police has appealed for witnesses and the area was temporarily cordoned off to traffic while the emergency services were in attendance.

    Access Lite is the latest in Access Control UK’s reliable range of Windows™ based Access Control products for secure door control. With Access Lite and the T149x scanners, you can control most standard types of internal and external door releases. A variety of access devices can be connected via the T8424 scanner control unit. This is the unit to which all Access Control equipment within your network is connected. Each T8424 scanner controller can have combinations of up to two T149x access point scanners or fingerprint readers.

  8. High speed access stations log employees off site when fire occurs

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    fire gutted school demolished Access Control UK security products integrated with fire roll call software emergency evacuation employees log off site using smart card high speed access control clocking stations A fire lit in a nearby wooden equipment shed gutted large areas of a school last November. An 18-year-old pleaded guilty to causing the fire. Andrew Stretton used a lighter to set fire to a cardboard box and the Victorian school at Stirling in central Scotland was so badly damaged that officials decided it had to be demolished. Almost a year-and-a-half after the fire the 160 pupils are still studying in temporary classrooms in an adjacent field.

    Access Control UK’s security products can be integrated with fire roll call software that will automatically generate a report in the event of a fire or other emergency. When an evacuation occurs employees simply log themselves on and off site using either a smart card or key fob. The T340x series of high speed access control clocking stations use smart card technology to scan your access control card. When the card is within 100mm to 150mm of the smart card scanner it is automatically read.

  9. Business access control profiles can vary their settings minute by minute

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    Cable theft delays British Transport Police Access Control UK smart card CCTV monitoring barrier technology security business control most standard types of internal or external door locks site entrance gatesRail passengers were told to expect prolonged delays to services today (Tuesday, March 20, 2012) on one part of the network after metal thieves caused signalling problems. Cable theft caused train delays of up to 25 minutes on Arriva Trains Wales. A British Transport Police spokesman said: “Officers attended the incident alongside engineers from Network Rail and it was discovered that a total of 300 metres of cable had been stolen.”

    Access Control UK utilises smart card, CCTV monitoring and barrier technology to arrive at a total security destination for your business. Our Access Control systems use smart card technology which can be used for multi site companies and will control most standard types of internal or external electronic and magnetic door locks or releases. It will control your car park barriers, turnstiles, site entrance gates, roller doors or almost any other mechanism that provides physical security. Access control profiles can be created and they vary their settings minute by minute.

  10. Gate systems give full jurisdiction over movement in restricted parts of sites

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    armed man who robbed at least eight shops security Access Control UK gates barriers turnstiles fully integrate with smart card and biometric access control systems full jurisdiction over movement and access in and around site restricted areaAn armed man who tends to wear different types of sports clothing is believed to have robbed at least eight shops. An artist’s impression of the man has been circulated. Kerry Bramley, assistant manager of a betting shop struck by the criminal, said: “You can only see his eyes and a small part of his face, but he’s very distinctive. If I came face-to-face with him again, I’d know him, and all the others who saw him said the same.”

    In these days of heightened security, it is imperative to have a durable and reliable system. Access Control UK will provide you with just that. Our gates, barriers, and turnstiles fully integrate with our smart card and biometric access control systems giving you full jurisdiction over movement and access in and around your site. The system allows rapid communication when any delay occurs, such as when unauthorised personnel attempt to access a restricted area. Peak period congestion is thus avoided ensuring maximum flow capacity.

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