Category: Security
-
Do home security cameras record all the time?
Knowing whether home security cameras record all the time is important. In order to put together the best protections from intruders for your home you’ll need to be clear on their recording capabilities. Cameras are an important element of home security systems, providing monitoring of a property and, in the unfortunate event of a crime…
-
Are video doorbells easy to install? What you need to know
If you like the idea of joining the growing number of Brits swapping to a hi-tech way to find out someone is at the door, you might be asking if video doorbells are easy to install. After all, DIYing can save time as well as money. A smart doorbell that allows you to see and…
-
The biggest home security mistakes homeowners make
Many of us imagine that if we buy the ‘right’ camera or lighting system, our home will instantly be safe from intruders, but that is not always true. It’s all too easy to overlook simple techniques which could make homes more secure – or even install some of the best home security systems but do…
-
Impact Security Backs Nonprofits via 2025 FEMA Grant
Impact Security, a nationwide provider of retrofit security glazing solutions, announces its support for at-risk nonprofit organizations applying for FEMA’s Fiscal Year 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP).This recently approved federal program provides funding to strengthen the physical security of nonprofit facilities facing elevated threats from terrorism and extremist activity. The NSGP helps faith-based institutions,…
-
Do you use a key safe? Why adding one that’s visible is a bad idea
A key safe can be useful in order to make access to a home for trusted visitors like family members or carers convenient. The mounted box provides a place to secure door keys outside with a combination lock providing access to those who hold the code. But a closed key safe in plain sight can…
-
5 Reasons Smart Locks Are Perfect for Storage Facilities
Storage units have become the go-to solution for people managing life’s transitions—moving, downsizing, running a small business, or simply decluttering. But one thing hasn’t changed much over the years: the locks. While storage facility management software has gone digital and operations have grown more efficient, many units are still protected by basic padlocks and keys.…
-
The Story Behind a Trusted Name in Local Security
In a world where technology is constantly evolving, the need for reliable, human-centered security is more important than ever. And when it comes to keeping homes, vehicles, and businesses secure, few things are as personal—or essential—as a trusted locksmith. For residents of Cherry Hill and the surrounding communities, Ben’s Locks & Key has become more…
-
Are your windows at risk from burglars? How to maximise home window security to keep your possessions safe
Improving your home window security can be a vital task. Burglaries are often opportunistic crimes, according to Police UK, and burglars look for vulnerable windows because they can provide easier access than doors. Effective home security systems can alert you to the presence of intruders and might provide evidence if you do fall victim to…
-
Hampton Unveils Door Closer with Patented FlexPlate Tech
Hampton Products International, a leading U.S. provider of professional-grade door hardware under the Brinks® Commercial and Universal Hardware® brands, today introduced its next-generation All-In-One Door Closer, featuring its new patented FlexPlate™ technology. Engineered for faster, easier installation, this fully integrated solution delivers three times the compatibility of its predecessor—supporting more than 130 mounting hole patterns…
-
Willo Debuts Wedge Slim™ Lock for Jail & Prison Projects
Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, today announced the launch of the Wedge Slim™, an advanced swinging-door locking system designed to be specified and installed into new jail and prison builds. Building on the legacy of the original Willo Wedge®, a widely deployed…