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Halo Smart Sensor smoke detection vaping in schools

Smoke Detection added to Halo Smart Sensor

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Schools that have installed the HALO Smart Sensor need to ensure they are keeping their devices up-to-date especially as recent improvements include the addition of smoke detection. This recent firmware..

Three Recruits 2024

Three recruits strengthen the Ecl-ips team

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We are excited that we have had three recruits joining our team in recent weeks helping us support our customers better. Our operations team has been bolstered by the appointment..

Easter Egg Donation

Ecl-ips helps to make Easter special for local children

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We are always keen to support the local community and when there was a shout out for donations of Easter eggs to support families in need we answered the call...

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Concerns about contaminated vapes

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There have been worrying news reports and alerts circulated by schools recently which have highlighted issues with contaminated vapes. These are sold as THC (the chemical component of cannabis) vapes..

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Avigilon H5A IR PTZ camera: Helping you see in the dark

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If you are responsible for the security of a large property that needs protecting day and night, but fixed auxiliary lighting would be inappropriate or just too expensive, we can..

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BT Redcare closure sparks security industry concerns

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BT Redcare, which provides fire and signalling alarm signalling, is to close all its operations on 1 August 2025. Currently the company provides monitoring of BT telephone lines linking commercial..

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Retail crime increases despite money spent on prevention

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The latest British Retail Consortium (BRC) Crime Survey figures confirm the warnings made last year by retailers that theft from shops and abuse of retail staff are on the rise...

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Government consulting on Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill

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The government has launched its public consultation to finalise details of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, known as Martyn’s Law, on the duties of those responsible for smaller premises...

Business park bespoke intruder alarm system

Cattani Esam benefits from bespoke intruder alarm system

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Installing a bespoke intruder alarm system is is important if you want truly effective security for your business premises. Making sure you keep the system up to date is important..

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Protecting students: Detecting anti-social behaviour and aggression

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Creating a calm learning environment where all children feel safe is a challenge for secondary schools, and for new students, in particular, they can be an intimidating place. Badly behaved..

Tobacco and vapes bill year disposable vapes ban, dangers of vaping

Disposable vapes to be banned in the UK

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Disposable vapes will be banned across the UK, as the government says they have been a key driver in the rising numbers of young people vaping, and following concerns about..

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Avigilon Unity Video 8: Step into the future

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If you are in charge of security on a retail park, entertainment venue or large private property then advanced surveillance can ensure you can work smarter. This means being able..

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What is an Intruder Alarm system?

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An intruder or burglar alarm system is a security system that will protect your property from a break-in. A range of sensors, that can be placed externally and internally, will..

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New Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner: Tony Eastaugh

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The government has appointed Tony Eastaugh as the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner (BSCC) who will continue in post until the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill comes into effect..

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Christmas crime: Steps to prevent theft

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Recently there were a number of burglaries from homes in Kidderminster which included Christmas presents, jewellery, cash and mobile phones. Meanwhile, West Mercia police have reported on a spike in..

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Development of Martyn’s Law: Protecting customers and spectators

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The King’s Speech last month, confirmed the government’s commitment to enacting legislation that will place a duty on those managing large spaces, such as retail or entertainment venues, to ensure..

Halo Smart Sensor keep clean no subscription vape detection

St Joseph’s: Convinced of the value of vape detection

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Although budgets in state schools are tight the investment in HALO Smart Sensors for detecting vaping within toilets has proved transformational for St Joseph’s College in Stoke-on-Trent. The Catholic Grammar..

New Recruits 2023

Ecl-ips boosted by staff promotions and new recruits

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Security systems and monitoring company Educonnect, trading as Ecl-ips since 2007, has marked its 21st year with a management restructure, following staff promotions, and new recruits joining its team. The..