How To Select the Right Door Closer: A Technical Guide

Kirk Smith of Allegion UK outlines why fire door closers are central to maintaining fire safety standards in buildings and advises decision makers on how to select the right hardware for their project.

Fire doors are designed to save lives. When closed, they form a crucial barrier against smoke and fire and provide vital time for occupants to escape in an emergency situation. An open fire door on the other hand is rendered useless in the event of a fire, and for this reason, fire door closers are equally recognised for their life-saving capabilities.
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Cozaint's MARCIA: Revolutionising long-term video surveillance Storage and Expanding into EMEA

In an era where video surveillance has become an indispensable tool for security, operations, and compliance, the challenge of managing and storing the ever-increasing volumes of video surveillance footage has become a significant hurdle.
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Videx launches ERA23V video entry panel

Videx has launched the ERA23V, a sleek and innovative video entry panel designed to redefine door entry and access control. As the first in a new range of ERA panels (that will also include IP & GSM variants), it is built on the widely used VX2300 2-wire bus video system, offering unmatched flexibility and ease of installation.
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UAP launches industry-first Kinetica Freezeguard 3-star euro cylinder range

UAP Ltd, the leading Greater Manchester-based door and window hardware specialist, is today making its groundbreaking Kinetica Freezeguard range commercially available.   
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ASSA ABLOY Door Group highlights critical new foreword to EN 15269-2 for safeguarding compliance and life safety

ASSA ABLOY Door Group is drawing attention to a critical update in fire safety standards that significantly impacts the design and specification of steel fire doorsets.
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Common mistakes when installing access control

Every access control system is different. And every site is different. That means every project you embark on has completely unique requirements. With so many different components working together to form an access control system, it’s hard to keep track of everything you need to know. Fortunately, we’re here to help!
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What is “the Perspicacity Life?"

The Perspicacity Life is a new and exciting locksmith marketing company, connecting customers with the best geographically based locksmiths near you. For example, if you perform a search on Google for “find a locksmith near you” or “find a locksmith near me” our aim is to connect customers with locksmiths, fast and efficiently.

How do we connect customers with locksmiths?

When customers perform a search using Google for their chosen locksmith related keyword “the perspicacity life” marketing platform will assist with connecting customers swiftly with the nearest locksmith.
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SECO-LARM new ENFORCER Post-Mount Housings for access control devices

SECO-LARM, a leading innovator in security solutions, announces the release of its new ENFORCER Post-Mount Housings, now available to provide secure, weatherproof protection for access control and signaling devices in outdoor and exposed environments.

These rugged and versatile housings are ideal for mounting at gates, parking entrances, or any location requiring protected post-mounted equipment.
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i-PRO becomes first in physical security industry to gain ISO/IEC 42001 AI certification

PerpetuityARC Training to deliver first of its kind qualification for Protective Security Advisers

A new SFJ Awards Level 4 Certificate for Protective Security Advisers, designed in collaboration with and endorsed by the Protective Security Centre, Government Security, has launched this month.

Developed to upskill security professionals and attract new talent to the protective security industry, the qualification will be available to both public and private sectors, fostering a baseline competence across the sector and reinforcing the Protective Security Centre’s commitment to strengthening national security capabilities.
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Empowering businesses in 2025: How upskilling workforces can strengthen cyber defence

by Irvin Shillingford, Hornetsecurity’s Regional Manager for UK, Benelux and Nordic Regions 

The UK’s cybersecurity sector is booming, generating £13.2bn in revenue and creating 67,000 new jobs according to government analysis. This growth reflects the increasing demand for robust security solutions amid rising cyber threats. As businesses of all sizes continue to embrace digital transformation, the need to strengthen their defences is increasingly critical. 
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HKC to showcase alarm system integrations at Security Matters Live 2025

HKC Security will be presenting its range of leading intruder alarm products, including the SecureWave 10270 alarm control panel and a host of additional market-leading innovations, at this year’s Security Matters Live. 
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Cyberattacks are evolving faster than you can keep up - here’s how to protect your business

Cyber threats are evolving fast, and businesses operating in industrial and operational technology (OT) environments are not immune. Neglecting these security challenges can result in substantial financial losses. 
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Lessons from the Co-op and M&S cyber outages: What retailers need to know to protect customer data

In light of the Co-op cyber incident so closely following M&S earlier which saw delays to online and payment services and therefore significant disgruntlement among its customer base, Martin Greenfield. CEO at Continuous Controls Monitoring platform, Quod Orbis reflects on the incidents and how other retailers can use the learnings to build their own resilience. 
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