'We must protect ourselves from kidnap' warns successful jewellery boss
The danger of kidnapping and extortion is being taken extremely seriously
by a leading West Midlands jewellery manufacturer, following a recent
attack on a colleague. After 30 years in business the successful company
owner is protecting himself, his house and gardens with a powerful electrified
perimeter security system. As a security measure the PulseSecure™
system is less visible than most fencing, razor-wire and similar solutions
- but it is virtually guaranteed to prevent successful intrusion, and
he believes it will keep him safe.
"I had actually decided to install the system before my friend
and colleague was attacked at his house within 5 miles of here - but
after it happened I was convinced I was doing the right thing,"
said the manufacturer, who has asked not to be named. "My house
is quite isolated, with fields around it, but we are also close to the
intersections of the M5, M6 and M42, so I believe there is a risk. We've
already had break-ins at some of the outbuildings which other measures
failed to prevent." When first approaching the task of protecting
himself, his initial instinct was to install a buried-detection system
- he admits starting off with "a healthy dislike of electric fences".
But after researching the options he changed his mind completely. "I
met a few suppliers and did a complete 180 degree-turnaround in my thinking.
I realised that what I needed was not just a detection system, but a
physical deterrent - because what would I do if my system told me someone
was breaking in? I know I can't rely on a fast police response."
Now, with the system protecting his domestic premises, the manufacturer
is seriously considering installing it at the business site too.
"Our biggest danger period is during opening and closing. We already
have very good physical security, but this electrified system would
make it that much more difficult for someone to hide themselves on the
site. Installing it may well be our next step." PulseSecure™
deters, delays, denies any attempts by would-be intruders who try to
gain unauthorised access with a short, sharp regulated safe electric
shock. In the event of anyone trying to tamper, cut, climb or breach
the PulseSecure™ system, alarms are generated. Each section of
the perimeter is zoned for interfacing with CCTV surveillance systems
and other alarm monitoring systems. Naturally PulseSecure™ fully
complies with all national and international safety standards. PulseSecure™
is also the first perimeter security system to achieve "Secured
by Design", 'Police Preferred Specification'. In fact users already
range from government security, distribution depots and car dealerships
down to construction sites and corner-shops. PulseSecure™ offers
significant advantages over alternative systems- it is much more secure,
it is more flexible to install and it is priced to achieve mass-market
use.
The improved features mean it is viable for applications where electric
security fences were not previously an option - in fact it is suitable
for almost any site where perimeter security is a problem.
THE BEST OF ITS KIND Earlier this year PulseSecure™ became the
only electrified security system to be granted the highest-level SEAP
Grade 4 rating in the rigorous testing scheme run by the UK's Home Office.
A number of alternative systems were tested simultaneously in demanding
field trials - all the others failed to reach the top level rating.
Only PulseSecure™ achieved Grade 4 and the fact that it has been
rated so highly by a UK government department has given the system very
strong credibility both in the UK and a growing number of international
markets. "There is now recognition that PulseSecure™ has set
the standard which all other electrified security systems will have
to match."
Company contacts: Graham Harper, +44 (0)24 7642 1300
www.harperchalice.co.uk
