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    2 February 2023
    Dummy & DIY Burglar Alarms From A Burglar's POV!

    We spotted this great tweet and wanted to share it with our blog readers too!

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    29 January 2023
    When and where are Fire Roller Shutters required?

    When and where are Fire Roller Shutters required? In 1666, there was no such thing as a fire roller shutter. Had there been, Thomas Farriner's bakery might not have been the source of the inferno they quickly dubbed The Great Fire of London.

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    26 January 2023
    Automatic Release Fire Doors For Shared & Commercial Buildings

    Can you guarantee the fire doors you're responsible for aren't propped open without your knowledge?

    Here's how you can stop that niggle by combining convenience with safety!

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    23 January 2023
    Are all Roller Shutters fire rated?

    Are all Roller Shutters fire rated? An ordinary roller shutter isn't designed to withstand fire. Yes, it can provide some additional physical security alongside regular use within a busy working environment. But it can't hold back flames or prevent their spread.

    For that, you need a Fire Roller Shutter.

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    20 January 2023
    The Cost of a Home Alarm System - It's Complicated!

    Purchasing a house alarm system is an important investment in protecting your family home.
    However, there are a number of elements that affect the cost of a home alarm system. Let's get a better idea of how much a bespoke system will cost you.

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    17 January 2023
    What's the difference between Fire Roller Shutters and Fire Curtains?

    What's the difference between Fire Roller Shutters and Fire Curtains? Fire Roller Shutters and Fire Curtains are two highly effective, yet different, methods of controlling a fire's spread. Here, we explain just how they differ.

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    10 January 2023
    Do Roller Shutters and Fire Roller Shutters need Servicing?

    Do Roller Shutters and Fire Roller Shutters need Servicing? As with anything mechanical, the better you maintain it, the fewer breakdowns and resulting disruptions you'll have. Because regular servicing not only ensures the shutter's continuous smooth and safe running, you'll extend its operational life as well.

    But even more importantly, it's a legal requirement.

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    3 January 2023
    The History of Roller Shutters Doors

    Roller shutters doors have certainly come a long way. Today, at the press of a button, you can make one open or close. Connect it to a fire alarm system, and it'll close automatically in the event of a fire. They're something you'll find pretty much anywhere, in both commercial and
    domestic settings. And yet, you've probably never once thought about their history. Until now

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