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Ingersoll Rand bomb blast doors win best in class at Counter Terror Expo Excellence Awards

Counter Terror Expo Excellence Award  April 2013
Leading global provider of security and solutions Ingersoll Rand has won the 'Best Buildings and Facilities Protection Innovation' award for its range of Automatic Bomb Blast Doors at the Counter Terror Expo Excellence Awards 2013...more 

A bulwark against fire
  April 2013
Doors are a key cmoponent in ensuring essential fire protection and in allowing time for employees and tenants to escape a building fire.  David Hindle of Ingersoll Rand examines the vital role doors can play in protecting assets and saving lives...more 

Ingersoll Rand set to bring the magic to IFSEC 2013
aptiQ Readers

April 2013
Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand will be launching its new CISA eSIGNO contactless lock in addition to showcasing the latest security technology at IFSEC 2013 13-16 May.  With a growing portfolio of industry leading security technology, the Ingersoll Rand team will be on hand to advise on the latest trends as well as...more  


Ingersoll Rand introduces new contactless hotel range
CISA eSIGNO April 2013
Leading global provider of security and safet solutions Ingersoll Rand introduces CISA eSIGNO, the latest in its access control solutions designed specifically for the hospitality industry, which will be premiered at FISEC in Birmingham 13-16 May 2013.  The new CISA eSIGNO Contactless Lock, with its elegant and compact Italian design...more

Ingersoll Rand launches the next generation of access control and time & attendance readers
Interflex eVAYO April 2013
Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand has launched the next generation of access control and time and attendance recording with the introduction of the new Interflex eVAYO range, perfect for any environment or architecture.  Designed with aesthetics in mind the eVAYO platform, has been awarded a 'reddot' design award...more

Ingersoll Rand helps to keep students safe
Ashcourt Student Accommodation  February 2013
Industry leading provider of secure door technologies, Ingersoll Rand, has installed its Interflex security software in student accommodation in York after another prestigious contract win.  The accommodation project, which is a joint venture between contractors Ashcourt Property Management Ltd and property developers Nixon Homes, is designed to offer...more  

Ingersoll Rand to support Care Show exhibition
Normbau  November 2012
Products from leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand have been selected for use in the Dementia Design Academy, a demonstration residential care home at the Care Show exhibition held at the NEC Birmingham on the 13th and 14th November...more

Ingersoll Rand launches apiQ Multi-technology readers with 'Try me for free' program
aptiQ Readers 

October 2012
Leading global provider of security and safety solutions Ingersoll Rand has launched aptiQ, a series of multi-technology readers designed to simplify the transition from older security platforms, such as proximity 125 kHz, to smart technology.  The new range of electronic access control readers includes the ability to read a variety of contactless...more


What is the true cost of a door closer?
Briton 1110 Series  October 2012
Mechanical door closers are frequently specified on the basis of initial purchase cost, but all too often the low purchase price masks on-going maintenance and performance issues which can lead to costs spiralling out of control, says Paul Barrows of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies...more

Biometrics in schools is not a data protection issue
Biometrics  September 2012
A recent report suggested that biometrics pose a significant data security risk for schools in the UK, but Dave Bulless of Ingersoll Rand Security Solutions, says the report has failed to understand the nature of the technology...more

Organisations must look at whole life cost for sustainable security systems
PegaSys  September 2012
The initial cost of a security system is still the deciding factor for many organisations and businesses.  Yet as recent cases have shown, particularly across the healthcare industry, this approach can be extremely costly longer-term and even life threatening.  Brian Ferguson, security specialist at Ingersoll Rand explains...more

Accommodating entrance at Bristol hotel
 Novotel Bristol June 2012
Dor-O-Matic folding doors, from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, have stopped the management of Novotel Bristol Centre from going round the bend with their circular front entrance. Curved doors were creating endless problems for guests at the hotel. Not only did the pressure mats not always trigger automatic opening...more

New products and old favourites at NMBS exhibition
 Briton 500 series April 2012
At this year’s NMBS Exhibition, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (Stand 110) will be showcasing their latest products in addition to their exclusive event promotion offering discounts of up to 10%. The latest innovation on show will be PegaSys Lite, the simple and cost-effective way to upgrade doors with mechanical locks...more 

Investing in the environment
 Ingersoll Rand March 2012
Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies has announced the latest initiative in its commitment to fulfilling its strong environmental policy. Following on from being awarded the important ISO 14001:2004 accreditation, the company has signed up to a new recycling deal with waste contractor Veolia...more 

Altogether another standard
 TS 007 March 2012
As one of the country’s leading manufacturers of locking systems, Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies’ CISA Astral S and AP3 S cylinders are among the first to attain TS 007, the latest kitemark security standard for cylinder locks and associated hardware. TS 007 has been introduced specifically to address the vulnerabilities of lock cylinders...more

Eye catching access at the EDF Energy London Eye
 EDF Energy London Eye

March 2012
A combination of Dor-O-Matic concealed all glass automatic swing doors and glass manual doors will now welcome around 3 million visitors a year to the EDF Energy London Eye’s ticket office. The doors, metalwork and specially designed curved toplight complete a refurbishment of the existing entrances...more


Electronic access control...opportunity or threat for locksmiths?
 

January 2012
Customers, particularly on the small commercial side, are increasingly demanding an expanded level of security which is intelligent and flexible to changing needs and circumstances. One way to meet these demands is by providing electronic access control (EAC). EAC reduces the risk of intrusion and unauthorised access...more


Looking for a fast exit?
 IRST

January 2012
The Briton 500 Series of panic exit hardware has undergone a radical transformation enabling devices to be fitted in just seven minutes, half the time of the existing range. The improved range, from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies features a new patented cable system for easier on site adjustment and maximum accuracy during installation...more