Security Companies in Manchester Meet for IFSEC 2015

03/07/2015

Security compaies in Manchester meet for IFESC 2015

While ACC is the only security company Manchester businesses are likely to need in order to manage their access control issues, we are part of a huge and crucial industry supplying all kinds of security products to anyone with premises in need of protection.
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Paxton Upgrades Net2 Access Control System Solutions

14/05/2015

Net2 upgrade blog

As approved installers of Paxton Access Control System products, ACC is defined by our high performing security solutions. Our Net2 range is set to be improved after Paxton announced an upgrade to the integration process with the help of Entertech, the operating partner of Suprema Inc.

As Paxton’s advanced networked access control solution, Net2 offers centralised administration of various doors and users in businesses. Entertech’s ‘BioConnect for Net2’ will allow for seamless connectivity of Suprema’s biometric readers and the Net2 software. With the biometrics integrated into the system it will allow for a more streamlined approach because it is operating in a singular system.

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Trends Show An Increased Demand For Access Control Systems

06/05/2015

access control trends

Access Control Systems provide enhanced security through limiting access to networks, data and workstations to authorized personnel. Components of an Access Control System include an ID card, door lock, control panel, card reader, software and server. The increasing demand for better security is driving the Access Control Systems market, as a report from whattech.com has shown.

Emerging trends show better image resolution and unchangeable personalisation will dominate card based Access Control Systems in the future. Another discovery highlighted in the report is card based systems have become the integrated solution for immediate response with electronic alarm systems.

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How To Make The Most Out Of CCTV Camera Systems

23/04/2015

CCTV systems are set up to protect businesses and deter criminals. Unfortunately, simply having a CCTV System is not always enough to deter or catch criminals, as was the case with the publicised Hatton Garden jewel heist that saw £50000 worth of diamonds stolen. The gang climbed down a lift and spent up to 24 hours drilling into concrete to get to the safety deposit boxes in the basement. A week later it came to light that detectives missed crucial ‘crystal clear’ CCTV footage showing high definition images of the crooks.

If the footage was found earlier it would have made a difference and the gang may have been caught. Other footage only shows the tops of their heads. A focused approach to security implementation is vital for stopping crimes like this from happening. Here are some tips to helping you be prepared.

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ACC Security featured in MEN article about Manchester’s CCTV Camera statistics

08/04/2015

MEN Article-blog

The Manchester Evening News has just published a story detailing CCTV camera statistics, which featured input from none other than our very own Managing Director, Simon Farmer. It even featured a picture of Simon in his ACC branded security shirt. He said “there is a big influx of more economical camera systems which have led to a big growth.”

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Avigilon webinar gives helpful insight into access control system practices

02/04/2015

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Last month, we were proud to announce that we entered into an Agreed Certified Solutions Partnership (ACP) with Avigilon. Last week they proved why they are industry leading experts when they hosted the ‘Time On Your Side: Automated Access Control with Digital Mustering’ webinar to provide helpful tips to improving access control systems. You can watch it here.

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Police Commissioner Insists CCTV Cameras Are The Future Of Crime Prevention

19/03/2015


 

Property and business protection is more essential than ever when it can help crime prevention. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Bernard Hogan Howe is of the opinion CCTV cameras are invaluable tools in dispensing justice. He stated that all businesses and home owners needed to have CCTV systems. Howe stressed there is “a strategy to encourage people with their cameras” and that it involves moving them down to eye level.

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3 Reasons Why a Door Access Control System is Essential for Your Business

02/03/2015


 
There are many kinds of door access control systems available on the market, however, they all have one thing in common. Whether they are controlled using swipe cards, proximity cards, fobs or numeric codes, their main purpose is to keep your business safe and secure. Here are some of the reasons why a door access control system is essential for your business:
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CCTV in Nursing and Care Homes: The Guidance

25/02/2015


 
The Care Quality Commission (CQC), an independent regulator for health and social care in England, has published guidance on the use of hidden CCTV cameras in nursing and care homes. It comes after the BBC Panorama programme ‘Behind Closed Doors: Elderly Care Exposed’ used secret filming to uncover abuse and neglect in a number of nursing homes.
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Home Security Tips

29/01/2015


 
Even the most crime-conscious of us could do more to protect our property, so here are some home security tips you might have overlooked, any one of which could mean the difference between arriving back to your home sweet home, or discovering you have been robbed.
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