LIFT Projects Co. Specify Crimeshield Gates For New Build

Posted on March 2nd, 2010

The LIFT Project in association with The Design Bureau Architects and Laing O’Rourke specified Crimeshield to advise on security for a Flagship NHS Clinic in Derby
 
Here the challenge had changed as different areas of the building would offer different security issues and would need a variety of solutions. Crimeshields manufacturing and installation capabilities were the key to being able to offer solutions to each areas individual needs. 
 
The front entrance doors were under a large canopied area and were viewed as vunerable to petty vandalism aswell as an obvious point to break in to the premises. A large electric roller shutter was installed to effectively close off [...]

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Architect Chooses Crimeshield for New NHS Clinic

Posted on March 2nd, 2010

A Birmingham architects office approached Crimeshield to help them design out crime for a new NHS clinic in Walsall , to be built in partnership with the Sandwell Lift Project and Laing O’Rourke Ltd.
 

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The brief was to secure the glass in the windows and doors whilst not detracting from the architectural design of the building and also for the security to have minimal visual impact on the surounding area.
 
The Crimeshield Barrier was the ideal choice for this application, as the perforated design of the shield blended into the building, allowing well over 60% of natural light into the building, [...]

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PROTECTING THE HOARD

Posted on February 22nd, 2010

A recent article in the Midlands newspaper “The Express and Star”, relates how Crimesield are protecting the Staffordshire Hoard.
 
One of the greatest treasure finds in history, the Staffordshire
Hoard, will be protected by security systems made in
the Black Country.
Metal security barriers have been installed by Brierley Hill
firm Crime Shield Midlands for the hoard’s return to
Staffordshire. Around 80 of the 1,500 artefacts are on show at
the Potteries Museum in Stoke.
The company took full control of the manufacture and
distribution of the product last year from a US firm.
The window security barrier is a 2mm thick galvanised steel
sheet with perforations which resembles tinted [...]

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Crimeshield Barriers Protect The Staffordshire Hoard at Stoke Museum

Posted on February 12th, 2010

Potteries Museum, Home to The Staffordshire Hoard
Many people will have been exitedly waiting for the arrival of the Staffordshire Hoard to arrive at The Potteries Museum.
This breathtaking find of ancient golden artifacts is the jewel in the crown for this local museum.
However the museum itself had to do some preparation work before hosting the exhibition and part of that preparation was the firming up of their security in certain areas of the building.
 
 
 
 
 
“Crimeshield” were called in to look at using our window barriers to give increased window security on windows that were seen to be vunerable both  opportunist thiefs and [...]

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Window Security for a Secure NHS Unit

Posted on February 12th, 2010

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A NHS Secure Unit needed advice on how to secure patients windows to deter escape or passage of contraband items in and out of the unit, but still allow the windows to open for ventilation.
 
The built in free flow of air through the “Crimeshield” product, with the flexibility in the installation arrangement, meant that it was the ideal choice for this particual problem.
 
The barrier was essentially brought away from the window using 200mm standoff angle. This angle was fixed securely using the “Crimeshield” dedicated security scews, thus protecting against attack from inside or out.

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The barrier was then rivitted to the [...]

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Door and Window Security – Some Great Reasons to Secure Your Home and Business with Security Shutters

Posted on January 28th, 2010

Security roller shutters are not only highly effective barriers to crime and vandalism, they also look good and are easy to maintain. Look into installing roller shutters in your residential or business premises today. And don’t forget they’ll add to the resale value of your property, too.

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Surestart Nursery & Childrens Centre

Posted on January 20th, 2010

A Surestart Nursery and childrens centre were concerned about the security of their building after a recent break-in. Luckily no significant damage had occured or crucial equipment taken, but the disruption caused was enough to make them worried about future problems.

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The nursery was next to local youth centre and an area around the border between the two buildings had become a hangout for the local youths. It was this area that needed extra security and crimeshield were approached to initially give advice and then subsequently install the window and door security that was needed.
 
 
 
 
 
It was decided that the best way [...]

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Window Security – How retractable gates can keep your premises safe and secure

Posted on January 14th, 2010

Break ins to your home or business premises can be devastating but you can go a long way towards protecting yourself with retractable gates. Window security is the key to a safe property and installing retractable gates is the most effective way to make your windows impregnable.
Window Security – How Retractable Gates Can Keep You Safe and Secure
Installing retractable gates on your windows is one of the best things you can do to make your property secure. These gates are easy to install, offer a high level of protection against break ins, and look good. Here’s all you need to [...]

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Window Security – How to secure your property with Window Barriers

Posted on January 14th, 2010

Installing window barriers will boost your window security, shield your property against burglars and vandals and help you feel safe in your property. Window barriers are the best way to protect your property against thieves and vandals.

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Reasons to Install Security Grilles

Posted on January 5th, 2010

Security gates & grilles offer protection to your home and business and tell the bad guys you’re serious about protecting your property. Installing security gates gives your home and business the protection it needs against burglars and other intruders.
Security Gates and Grilles for a Safe Home and Business
More effective policing and community watch have done much to reduce burglaries and break ins in the UK but the fact is if you want a really safe home for your family, or secure business premises, you have to take care of things yourself by installing security gates and security grilles. Adding security [...]

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