Chinese impressed by Pickersgill-Kaye's lock making excellence

UK lock manufacturer Pickersgill-Kaye's successful export drive into the Far East has been officially recognised after the company was chosen for a visit from a high-powered Chinese trade mission on a fact-finding tour.
Several key figures from the Chinese Embassy, led by economic and commercial minister counsellor Mr Zhou Xiaoming, and the China Chamber of International Commerce visited the Yorkshire businesses to get a better understanding of UK companies' potential for breaking into the difficult China market.

A joint China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) and UK Trade Investment (UKTI) initiative to promote the opportunities between the two nations, the itinerary included a tour of the Leeds-based firm where thay were shown around its facility by manufacturing manager Simon Barnes and quality manager Jeff Moore.

ERA gets Polish approval

Locks and hardware specialist ERA has further enhanced its drive into European markets with the approval of two new locks accredited by the Polish authorities.
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400+ Infinova cameras safeguard world's tallest hotel

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, the world's tallest hotel, uses a combination of Infinova pan-tilt-zoom, fixed and dome cameras in order to protect its guests, staff and property. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, the 72-story hotel towers 333 m (1,093 ft) and features 482 rooms and suites.
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Roadside locksmiths responsible for increase in burglaries and car theft in India

According to a report in The Times of India duplicate keys made by roadside locksmiths are making it easier for burglars and car thieves to rob almost at will. For instead of breaking in through a vulnerable door or window burglars simply walk in through the main door using the copy they have had made.
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Vehicle remote repairs with universal kits

Hickleys the leaders in vehicle key programming have launched two new universal kits, ideal for shops wanting to offer remote repairs as well as keys.

Often the only problem with the remote is that the rubber buttons or the plastic case is broken.

The Universal remote rubber case offers 4 of each of 18 different rubbers covering a range of European vehicles and priced at £89.00. The remote case kit offers 1 of each of 29 different types and comes in a drawer system for easy storage, the kit costs £339.00.

These kits complement existing range of Remote battery kits, key cloning keys and transponder kits.
www.hickleys.com

When it is a good thing to wrap your bike round a tree

Stolen bikes could be a thing of the past if a new idea for bike security takes off.

Young inventor Kevin Scott has come up with a 'bendy bike' that literally wraps around a tree or lamp post and locks to itself, instead of using the usual bike locks.

A traditional bike at each end, the centre is made of glass-filled nylon sections that snap back into a rigid frame and can be ridden as normal.

Kevin was awarded second prize in the UK-wide New Designers 2010 competition.

Meanwhile, locksmiths and bike shops can still expect to see sales of more traditional security solutions continue.

Milestone launches XProtect Essential

Now smaller businesses can have advanced surveillance features that are easy to learn yet able to expand for future needs - all at competitive pricing.
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Mul-T-Lock key change is personal

Mul-T-Lock has adapted its standard card and key products to allow locksmiths the opportunity to brand key heads with their company details and ensure they are the first port of call for security enquiries.
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Work related deaths across Europe: latest figures released

Across Britain, the number of people killed at work has fallen to a new record low with 151 workers dying at work in 2009/10 - down 15% on the previous lowest total of 178 in the year before. The rate of fatal injury for 2009/10 represents a statistically significant decrease compared to the average rate for the previous five years. The figure of 151 worker deaths is 31% lower than the average for the past five years (220).
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Yale's support for locksmiths goes online

Yale has launched a new dedicated website exclusively for locksmiths, packed with product information, marketing support and ideas, promotional offers and updates on new customer support initiatives.

The website features a full product database, including details of new Yale products exclusive to locksmiths and the extensive range of Chubb additional security products that have migrated to Yale.
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Locksmith's helping hand for injured soldiers leads to award

A locksmith's firm has been recognised for its efforts in giving training to injured soldiers to help them set up their own businesses.

Anvil Locksmiths are honoured to announce that they have been recognised in The Royal British Legion's Friends of The Forces Awards backed by Prince Harry. The prestigious award has been given for the exceptional support offered to the British Armed Forces.
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Zedbull gives you wings!

Owners of Zedbull key cloning machines can now increase their abilities with the release of the Ford key programming cable. This cable turns a Zedbull into a hand held key programmer and makes the Zedbull a truly universal tool for locksmiths wanting to both clone and program vehicle keys.

Even more impressive is that the security codes normally required for Ford vehicles are not required, making the process very easy to complete.

The Ford cable is the latest in the range and is in addition to Renault, Vauxhall, VAG (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda), Fiat, Toyota and Chevrolet.
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'Rogue Trader' locksmith guilty of defrauding customers

A locksmith once exposed on BBC TV's Rogue Traders has been convicted at the Old Bailey of ripping off customers across London.

As reported in the London Evening Standard Mark Makowski overcharged by thousands of pounds after being called out to get people back into their homes. He has a long history of exploiting vulnerable and desperate householders and was convicted in 2003 after an investigation by Hertfordshire County Council.

Makowski was trapped again in August 2008 after Westminster City Council Trading Standards carried out a sting using officers posing as members of the public.

iLOQ Privus nominated for Detektor security award

The new iLOQ Privus locking system, developed by iLOQ Oy specifically for private customers, has been nominated for this year's Detektor International Award. Detektor is global security trade publication and its annual award is one of the most prestigious of its kind in the world. The iLOQ system is nominated in the Access Control category.

Electronic locking solution specialist iLOQ's just-launched iLOQ Privus has been designed to offer top security for homes, holiday homes and for small businesses. Its locks and keys operate electrically even though they look like ordinary keys and provide that familiar locking feeling. Access rules for the programmable keys are securely protected using digital encryption. Mechanically all the keys are the same.
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Glued locks are a sticky predicament

Furious business owners found themselves in a sticky situation when vandals poured industrial strength glue through their door locks, reports the Lancashire Evening Post.

One man had to use a welding torch to get into his workplace when he discovered the damage.

In the most recent incident a CCTV camera filmed two yobs in the act at Option 4 car audio firm on Springfield Street in Plungington, Preston.

When owner Steve Roberts turned up for work on Thursday he found a rude slogan spray painted on his shutters - and couldn't get into his unit.

Steve said: "I have run my firm for 22 years and never had anything like this happen.

I couldn't get in because there was a strong resin glue, which contained iron filings, poured into the lock. Whoever did this intended to do a proper job. It cost me £100 to get new locks."

New Deputy International Chairman at the International Professional Security Association

At the first meeting of IPSA's International Council, following the recent AGM, Mike White was elected as Deputy International Chairman, taking over from Dennis Ricketts who has been appointed Public Relations Officer with particular interest in Wales and the South West where he is located.

Mike has worked in a variety of senior management roles for various guarding companies, leading to his current position as Head of Operations and Sales at Charter Security Plc, a Barking based guarding company.
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Leeds community safety CCTV a centre of excellence

Vemotion Interactive, provider of interactive high-quality, live and pre-recorded video streaming, announces the successful deployment of its wireless CCTV solution by the Leedswatch Community Safety team.
Leeds Community Safety CCTV provides and operates one of the largest CCTV camera networks in the Country with a network of over 385 cameras, covering 240 square miles, helping to make Leeds city a safer place.

Leeds Community Safety CCTV was the subject of the 'CCTV Cities' programme on Channel 5 in 2008. Following a £1 million investment over the last 12 months, the CCTV section have developed a centre of excellence at their South Leeds location and their services will soon be merged with West Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (Metro) for coordination of their 250 CCTV cameras
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TLJ two

Due to the continued growth and demand for it's range of Biometric Fingerprint and Electro-mechanical locks / Access Control systems, specialists in this field TLJ have appointed two new business development managers.
Matthew Cronin (left) is to head up sales in the South, and Tony Corcoran (right) in the North.
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Thieves jailed following SmartWater operation

Matthew David Morgan, 25, and 22-year-old Shaun Devey were both sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for their part in a burglary in Morriston, Swansea.
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Chubb at Heart's heart charity bike ride

ASSA ABLOY's Chubb at Heart team has completed the British Heart Foundation's annual London to Brighton bike ride, raising £1,440 for the charity.
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Here's *!*! in your eye!

A dirty protest pensioner remains defiant after tipping human excrement on the heads of a locksmith and bailiff.

The unfortunate pair arrived at the home of Halifax resident John Skelton to evict him following non-payment of council tax. The old boy had been saving his own waste for a few days in anticipation of such a visit and opened a window when they knocked on the door.

The unlucky locksmith looked up, took the mess full in the face and, not surprisingly, was promptly sick.

Mr Skelton was arrested and charged with assault, but remains unapologetic for both the non-payment and the dirty protest, blaming the council's neglect for his late wife's early demise.

DG Supplyline launch online catalogue

DG Supplyline, the specialist wholesaler for UPVC repair and replacement parts, have recently launched an online version of their component part catalogue on their website.
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"Zero Failure Rate" as Mobotix solution enters its seventh year protecting one of Britain's largest independent schools

Mobotix AG, a leading manufacturer of complete high-resolution IP video systems have released details of an installation of its Mobotix CCTV solution at Bromsgrove School that has helped protect pupils, staff and property across a 100 acre site for over seven years without fail. The project which was designed, implemented and maintained by NS Optimum Ltd includes 35 cameras delivering megapixel quality as part of a combined data, voice and video network.
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Private Mobile Networks enhances Rapid Deployment Unit with improved range, battery life and ruggedised chassis

TeleWare powered technology now deployed in Europe, Middle East, Far East, Canada and the USA by military, emergency services and governmental agencies
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Milestone Partner Awards 2010

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, held its Partner Open Platform (MPOP) event at the Heathrow Marriott Hotel June 16th and 17th, where the annual awards for outstanding achievements were revealed: GVD Limited in Ireland and King Communications & Security Limited in Scotland.
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IFSEC - sitting at the heart of the security industry

IFSEC, the world's largest annual security exhibition, allowed its 22,743* total attendees to explore the most cutting-edge products and technologies as well as benefit from an extensive educational programme and unparalleled networking opportunities when it took place from 10-13 May 2010 at the NEC Birmingham. In addition to the positive feedback received from visitors, the event's success was clearly demonstrated by record-breaking rebooking figures for the 2011 event.
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Samsung appoints two new Technical Engineers

Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd has strengthened its technical support team with the appointment of Andrew Maynard and Darren Conquer as Technical Engineers.
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Major performance upgrade for Vicon Dome Cameras

Vicon will be adding yet more performance and functionality to its fixed-dome ranges during 2010. This will mean enhancements of the V910, V926, VC-600, VC-700 and SurveyorVFT fixed dome models.
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