What is an IP Rating? An IP Rating (also known as an Ingress Protection Rating or International Protection Rating) is a way of showing the effectiveness of electrical enclosures in blocking foreign bodies such as dust, moisture, liquids, and accidental contact (2022). Ingress Protection (IP) ratings measure how resistant a device is against solids and water. IP…
No two CCTV system projects are the same; therefore, choosing the right cameras or camera is a decision that can take time, as there are many types of CCTV cameras on the market and each one is designed for a specific purpose and need. In this article, we are going to look at another aspect…
CCTV has many positive effects, whether it be deterring criminals, capturing crime, securing your premises, and of course, protecting your staff along with your assets. The CCTV systems available today are completely different from the early systems that were available. Here is a quick guide to the history of CCTV. 1927 – Mechanical CCTV System…
CCTV ( Closed-Circuit Television ) is also known as video surveillance. The term “Closed-circuit†refers to the fact that the video footage is shared to a limited number of monitors from strategically placed cameras inside and/or outside a building. A CCTV system, therefore, refers to all components and aspects that make the system complete, such as the camera, monitors, cabling (network…
Having a commercial CCTV system is an essential security measure for all businesses across the UK. It will allow you to protect your premises, assets, and employees. An often-overlooked aspect of a CCTV system is ensuring that your premises have the correct signage in place. This will help protect your business from infringing on strict…
In the last decade, cybercrime has gone from a minor nuisance to a very serious threat. In fact, it’s become such a problem in the last several years that a specialist task force has been set up by the government to tackle it. Cybercrime is a wide umbrella term for all the crimes that occur…
Ensuring that you have a robust and fit-for-purpose CCTV system is essential to guarantee that your business and/or site is protected. It also helps improve business operations and efficiencies, which we will go into greater detail below: Crime Prevention Reduce Security Costs Deterring Vandalism Provides Camera Footage for Evidence Handling Disputes Monitoring Staff Visibility of Entire Business…
Lockdown procedures are seen as a proportionate and sensible response to any internal or external threat that has the potential to pose a risk to the safety of staff or visitors within a building or premises. They are also heavily used in schools to protect pupils and also within hospitals to protect patients. If you…
Research by Clarion Security Systems estimates that there are over 942,562 CCTV Cameras in London, meaning there is 1 CCTV camera for every 10 people in the capital. You are likely to be captured on London CCTV up to 70 times per day. (2022) London is home to over 9,425,622 residents and there are numerous…
Clarion will ensure that your systems are compliant with UK legislation, whether we carry out the installation or simply upgrade your existing facilities. Below we have listed the key industry standards that we ensure we adhere to depending on the type of installation. If you require more information please click the links next to each summary to find out…
Utilising the correct alarm grade is crucial for all businesses serious about security. Therefore you need to understand Intruder alarm grades, and the grade of system your business requires, depending on the risk level of your property. Making the correct choice In terms of grade is vital for safeguarding your business, staff and assets. It…
Clarion has all the necessary government, industry and quality accreditations that you would expect from a leading provider of safety and security systems. The reason for all this is the desire to increase quality standards both within the company but also within the industry to provide a better service for our clients. It is also…
What are PTZ Cameras? A PTZ camera, or Pan-tilt-zoom camera to give it its full name, is designed to be able to swivel left to right, up and down, and also zoom in and out to be able to see in greater detail. Traditional cameras feature a stationary lens and are used to focus on…
Introduction Manchester is the third-largest metropolitan economy in the UK and is home to many of the world’s firsts and some great history: The first atom was split in Manchester by Ernest Rutherford in 1917. The Midland Hotel is the birthplace of Rolls Royce In 1948 the first electronic stored-program computer, Baby, was designed and…
An office refurbishment is an ideal opportunity to revitalise your office and create a more modern space for all who use it. Undergoing an office refurbishment is usually much cheaper than moving offices and keeps the familiarity with both employees and customers. In this guide, we will show how you can successfully plan an office…
The term ‘fit out’ is used to describe the process of making an interior space suitable for occupation. It consists of a range of services including interior walls, plastering, flooring, electrical, decoration, lighting, mechanical installations, furnishings and/or any other improvements made to the interior of premises. It is mainly used in relation to the fit-out…
CCTV Glossary of Terms Term Definition Analogue: In reference to CCTV, this refers to systems and components that use the standard NTSC/PAL composite video formats. Digital refers to devices that use pixel formats. The definitions become blurred when you consider that DVRs convert the analogue signal into digital form to process the images internally, they…
Business Security threats depend on a multitude of factors, from the sector your business operates in, the location of your premises, what security measures are in place, etc. In this article, we are going to advise on a range of business security issues in order to help your business mitigate threats. 1 – Be clear…
The 5 main fire extinguisher types in the UK are Water, Foam, Dry Powder, CO2 and Wet Chemical. We offer a range of commercial security systems, business CCTV, access control systems and commercial alarms for clients in Manchester, the North West and across the UK. We do not provide fire systems or services; this page…
Accreditations
Our wide range of accreditations shows our ability to consistently meet regulations and guidelines, ensuring that our work is always of the highest recognised standards.
