Anti Climb
How to Conduct a Roller Barrier Site Survey
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Before ordering Roller Barrier it makes sense to carry out a site survey. In our recent video we look at the questions that need to be answered to ensure a successful Roller Barrier installation. Why You Need a Site Survey While some Roller Barrier installations are very simple, many require some planning and forethought to make certain the installation successfully achieves desired aims. Our Roller Barrier non aggressive anti climb system is very simple, consisting of robust polycarbonate rollers mounted on a firmly mounted central shaft. The roller dimensions have been carefully determined to make it impossible to gain a...
Remember to Display Warning Signage When Using Anti Climb Protection
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We are surrounded by warning and safety signage, from helpful road traffic signs to stickers on home appliances. Some people even think there is too much signage. But statistics show that safety and warning signage makes a difference in reducing the number of accidents and injuries that would otherwise have occurred if signage wasn’t in place. Key Differences between Warning and Safety Signage Signage is intended to communicate information. Road signs, for example, include navigational information, warnings and restrictions. Warning signage is really a subset of safety signage. Safety signage is used to present a wide range of safety related...
Installing Roller Barrier Around Corners
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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...