Anti Climb
Installing Roller Barrier Around Corners
Posted by Tony Goldstone on

Roller Barrier has become the safest, non-aggressive yet highly effecting anti climb barrier of choice for all manner of applications. Many schools, for example, have installed Roller Barrier around their perimeters to deter unwanted intruders. Roller Barrier is also used to protect rooftops from unwanted climbers who might cause damage and injure themselves. Roller Barrier is also widely used in prisons to prevent inmates from climbing onto structures where they put themselves and those responsible for their wellbeing, at risk. And Roller Barrier is also extensively used in domestic settings to safely protect gateways, property perimeters and other structures. Most...
How to Install and Finish Roller Barrier Anti Climb System
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The highly effective Roller Barrier anti climb system is typically installed by professional installers. But there are many situations and circumstances in which those with basic DIY skills can carry out their own installations. The latest 90 second video from Insight Security demonstrates how simple it is to extend the length of a Roller Barrier run along with options for safely and securely terminating the run at each end. The term ‘Roller Barrier Run’ refers to a straight length of Roller Barrier, typically installed to provide anti climb protection along a boundary, rooftop or other structure. Rotating Roller Barrier cups...
Are Anti Climb Spikes Effective?
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When faced with the challenge of unwanted intruders people often immediately think about anti climb spikes. But are anti climb spikes effective and are they enough to keep unwanted intruders out? The History of Anti Climb Spikes The use of anti climb spikes, to deter and prevent unwanted intruders, goes way back to ancient fortifications. Spiked barriers were commonly employed on city walls and castles to prevent enemies from climbing over. During the industrial revolution, new factories and warehouses needed to bolster their security to defend against burglars. A key part of these defences were aggressive, spiked barriers. And many...
Is Anti Climb Paint Legal?
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Anti climb paint is widely recommended by the police and security professionals. But many people are still unsure whether using anti climb paint is legal, how to use it safely and how it works. Here are some answers to commonly asked anti-climb paint questions. What is Anti Climb Paint? Anti climb paint is a thick, slipper substance that’s applied to surfaces like normal paint. The big difference is that anti climb paint doesn’t dry and it remains slippery for many years. Anti climb paint is applied in a thick, 2 to 3mm coating. Application is best achieved using a brush...
Trespasser Will be Prosecuted - or Will They?
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We’ve all seen the ‘Trespassers will be Prosecuted signs around a variety of properties in the countryside, towns and cities. But there is a great deal of confusion over what constitutes trespass in the UK and whether trespassers can actually be prosecuted. What is Trespassing? Trespassing in the UK is defined as the act of entering or remaining on private property without the owner's permission. It can also include: Disregarding signs that indicate the property is private or "No Trespassing" Failing to leave when asked to by the owner or their representative Using the property without the owner's consent, such...